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Colaiste Phadraig
Open Night: Colaiste Phadraig welcomed more than 750 parents, guardians and prospective students to its Open Night on Thursday, 1st October, in what proved to be a hugely successful and lively evening.
Visitors had the opportunity to meet teachers and staff, explore the school's facilities and discover the wide range of subjects and extracurricular opportunities available. Almost every classroom was open, with interactive activities and demonstrations taking place throughout the school. Highlights included Science experiments, Art displays, Woodwork and Metalwork demonstrations, technology activities and the popular 'Classroom of the Future'. The new modular building also attracted considerable interest, with visitors impressed by its bright, modern classrooms overlooking the school playing fields.
The school's commitment to inclusion was also showcased, with visitors able to view the two Autism classrooms and their dedicated sensory rooms. These welcoming, carefully designed spaces reflect the school's commitment to supporting every student and ensuring that all young people feel valued and included.
There was plenty of activity elsewhere, with younger visitors enjoying taste challenges in the Business 'Boulevard', trying out their cupla focal and playing games in the Seomra Gaeilge, while the Home Economics department delighted visitors with freshly baked treats and textile demonstrations.
A particular highlight was the contribution of Colaiste Phadraig's students. Prefects, Student Council members and students from across the school acted as wonderful ambassadors, guiding families, answering questions and proudly showcasing their school.
The evening was a tremendous whole-school effort, with teachers, SNAs, SEN staff, the Parents' Association, administration, caretaking and cleaning staff all contributing to its success.
Enrolment applications for 2027 are currently available online through the school website https://www.colaistephadraiglucan.ie The closing date for receipt of online applications is Friday, 23rd October 2026, and the first-year intake for 2027 will be 120 students.
TY: Our Transition Year students recently travelled to Maynooth University for the first of three exciting workshops exploring satellite imaging and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Organised with the Geography Department at Maynooth University, the workshop gave students hands-on experience with ArcGIS, exploring how satellite data can be used to monitor issues including flooding, forest fires, deforestation, climate change and urban development.
Students also discovered the links between Geography and STEM, learning about satellite imagery, GPS, space science and the Sustainable Development Goals. One of the highlights was an augmented reality activity, where students used their phones to transform the classroom floor into an interactive digital map.
The visit provided an excellent opportunity to develop digital skills, experience university life and explore potential careers in environmental science, engineering, urban planning and space research.
We thank the Geography Department at Maynooth University and TY Coordinator Mr Dunne for organising the visit. We look forward to the remaining workshops later this year.
Science: Enthusiasm for science, technology and innovation is thriving at Colaiste Phadraig, with 47 students submitting 25 projects for the Stripe Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, hoping to qualify for the RDS finals in January 2027. Projects span technology, mathematics, chemistry, biological and ecological science, health and wellbeing, and social and behavioural science. Our students have shown tremendous commitment, with many giving up lunchtimes to research, develop and refine their ideas. We are also hugely grateful to Ms Farrell and Mr Carey for their invaluable guidance, encouragement and mentoring.
With applications now submitted, students eagerly await the results.
Soccer: Our senior soccer team advanced to the 2nd rnd of the Leinster Cup after a dramatic penalty shoot-out win against Terenure College on Tuesday. The game finished 2-2 after extra-time, with Alex Kennedy and Josh Kenny getting the Lucan goals. The players held their nerve in the shoot-out to win 7-6, with David Walsh scoring the winning goal.
Junior Cycle Results: The Junior Cycle results were released on Wednesday and we are delighted to report that our students did exceptionally well once again. The students worked with great commitment, determination and perseverance throughout their Junior Cycle journey. These excellent results are a wonderful reflection of the effort they have put into their studies, and our students can be extremely proud of what they have accomplished. Well done to our highest achievers Anish Kodishala and Rohan Malik, who both got 8 Distinctions (85-100%) overall. We are proud of all of our students and warmly congratulate them all on their impressive results. Each student has their own individual strengths and talents, and we are delighted to see their hard work recognised in these results.
We would also like to acknowledge the tremendous contribution of our teachers, SEN (Special Educational Needs) Department and support staff, whose dedication, encouragement and expertise have helped all of our students to reach their potential.
Lucan Community College
Lucan CC Showjumping: Well done to Maisy, Mya and Eabha who represented the school very well in Killoserry over the weekend. They competed in a very competitive class and did very well! Well done girls!
Successful Open day: We had a very successful Open Day in Lucan Community College on Monday evening. It was wonderful to see so many prospective students and their families come through our doors, explore all of our subject areas, meet our teachers and find out more about the wide range of extracurricular activities on offer. A huge thank you to all our staff and students who helped make the evening such a success. We look forward to meeting and welcoming all our new entrants in September 2027! We can't wait to have you as part of the LCC community.
JC Results Day: A huge congratulations to all of our Junior Cycle students on their results today! It is amazing to see all that they have achieved over the past three years, and we couldn't be prouder of each and every one of them. Well done to all our students, and a special thank you to their teachers, families and everyone who supported them along the way. What an achievement!
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