Secondary School

New Cross College

Finglas, Dublin
Gaeltacht Mixed

School Details

Address
Cappagh Road, Finglas
Location
Finglas, Dublin
School Type
Secondary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
417 students
Enrollment Split
221 Girls, 196 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects taught through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
68181N
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

New Cross College is a Catholic secondary school situated on Cappagh Road in Finglas, Dublin 11 and operates under the Le Cheile Schools Trust. The college delivers a broad curriculum that balances academic rigour with a wide range of extracurricular programmes, including business‑community projects, apprenticeships with Irish Rail, debating, sport and science‑week activities. Modern learning environments are supported by digital resources such as a 360° virtual tour and video tours, and the school offers convenient online payment facilities through Payzone for fees and other services. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development and community engagement, encouraging students to explore future skills through partnerships with local enterprises and cultural events such as the Punchestown Races. Facilities are designed to support both classroom learning and practical experiences, fostering a supportive atmosphere where pupils can pursue academic excellence while developing confidence, teamwork and leadership.

History

New Cross College was officially opened by the Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O’Sullivan TD, on Wednesday 23 September 2015. It was established as a Catholic school within the Le Cheile Schools Trust and has since grown to offer a diverse programme of academic and extracurricular activities.