Secondary School

Coláiste Clavin

Longwood, Meath
Gaeltacht Mixed

School Details

Address
Enfield Road, Longwood
Location
Longwood, Meath
School Type
Secondary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
519 students
Enrollment Split
230 Girls, 289 Boys
Ethos
Multi Denominational
Irish Classification
No subjects taught through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
71970L
Latest Inspection Reports
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Location

About

Coláiste Clavin is a co‑educational post‑primary school situated in the village of Longwood, County Meath. It offers a vibrant, progressive learning community where quality teaching takes place in a safe, stimulating and supportive environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to promote the intellectual, moral, physical, emotional and spiritual development of each pupil, with a strong emphasis on innovation, academic excellence and vocational pathways. Teachers work closely with students, allowing personalised learning plans that cater to individual needs and aspirations. Since moving to a newly‑developed campus in 2017, the college benefits from state‑of‑the‑art facilities that support both classroom learning and a wide range of extracurricular activities. The campus provides modern classrooms, specialised labs, and dedicated spaces for sport, arts and technology, fostering a holistic education. Core values of equality, respect, community, care and excellence underpin everyday life, creating an inclusive atmosphere where every student feels valued and encouraged to become an independent thinker, confident communicator and compassionate citizen.

History

The most recent transformative chapter for Coláiste Clavin occurred in 2017 when the school transitioned to a newly developed campus. This move introduced state‑of‑the‑art facilities that have expanded opportunities for both teaching and learning, reinforcing the school’s long‑standing tradition of providing quality education and care to the Longwood community and surrounding areas.