Secondary School

Coláiste Ghobnait

Oileáin Árann, Galway
Mixed

School Details

Address
Inis Oírr, Oileáin Árann
Location
Oileáin Árann, Galway
School Type
Secondary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
35 students
Enrollment Split
19 Girls, 16 Boys
Ethos
Multi Denominational
Irish Classification
All pupils taught all subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
71370K
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About

Coláiste Ghobnait is a post‑primary community college situated on Inis Oírr in the Aran Islands, County Galway. As part of the Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (ETB), the school delivers a multi‑denominational curriculum that blends academic and applied programmes, enabling students to pursue the Leaving Certificate, vocational subjects and a range of further‑education pathways. The college benefits from modern teaching facilities, including specialised science labs, ICT suites and dedicated spaces for creative and practical subjects, all designed to support a diverse range of learning styles. The ethos of Coláiste Ghobnait centres on holistic development. A strong pastoral care framework, guidance services and a student support team are in place to nurture personal wellbeing and academic progress. The school also offers an extensive co‑curricular programme, encompassing sports, music, outdoor education and cultural activities that reflect the unique heritage of the Aran Islands. These opportunities aim to develop confidence, teamwork and a lifelong love of learning, preparing students for further study, employment or community involvement.