FAQ's

1. How can I Enrol my Son/Daughter into Coláiste Chiaráin?

First year enrolment is normally in October. Primary schools in the area are provided with prospectus and information, followd by a open evening

2. Where is Coláiste Chiaráin located?

Coláiste Chiaráin is located in Summerhill, Athlone, Co Roscommon aproximately 4km from the Town Centre

3. Does Coláiste Chiaráin have a Uniform?

We have a Uniform and PE Uniform. Please click here to read all about our uniform.

4. Is there Bus Transport?

YES, Bus Eireann and private operators provide services to the school. All students are dropped off and collected on the grounds of the school.

For more information:

www.buseireann.ie/schooltransport

Willie Moore: 0862620519

Padraig Halligan: 086-3366671

5. What subjects will be on offer in Coláiste Chiaráin?

All students in Junior Cycle will study Irish, English Maths, History, Geography, Science and Religious Education. They will also study subjects under the umbrella of Wellbeing: (SPHE, PE & CSPE).
Students will have a wide choice of 10 optional subjects to choose 3 from:
French, German, Visual Art, Home Economics, Music, Business, Applied Technology, Engineering, Wood Technology and Graphics.

At Senior Cycle we have over 20 optional subjects on offer. Click here to read about Senior Cycle.

6. How will Coláiste Chiaráin assist Students in their Transition from Primary to Secondary School?

We have:

  • An assessment morning in January
  • A Transition to Secondary Programme in June: activities to introduce incoming students to the school and new subjects, along with getting their locker and textbooks
  • Induction Day in August with 1st Year students and their tutors
  • Taster programme for all optional subjects during 1st term
  • A pastoral care, year head and tutor system to support students

7. Where can I find more information?

You can:

8. Can I make an appointment to discuss Enrolment?

YES, contact us at 090 649 2383 to make an appointment with the Principal, Mr Brendan Waldron.

Aug 28
2026
Staff return - no students
Aug 31
2026
Students Return to School: 1st Yr 10 - 1 & 6th/LCA2 Years All day
Sep 01
2026
3rd, 5th, LCA1 return plus 1st, 6th, LCA2 - all day
Sep 02
2026
All students return inc. TY's
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