Athboy Community School was formed by the amalgamation of St. James’ Vocational School and St. Joseph’s Secondary School in 2004. The school provides a wide range of subjects in practical, academic and vocational areas of the curriculum. A co-ordinated system of pastoral care, combined with the promotion of extra curricular activities will facilitate the holistic development of all pupils.
Our mission is to provide quality, holistic and inclusive education for the community. Our aim is to create a safe and caring environment, which encourages pupils to reach their full potential in an atmosphere of mutual respect
The staff of Athboy Community School are actively involved in the promotion of sporting, cultural and other extra-curricular activities among the pupils. This compliments the work of the many sporting and cultural organisations in the area and ensures the overall development of all the talents of our pupils. “Mol an Óige agus tiocfaidh sí”.
Application Forms are available from the school office or may soon be downloaded from the Downloads section on this website. A closing date will be fixed for each year as detailed in the annual Admission Notice.
We offer a comprehensive range of subjects across a variety of academic and practical subjects.
Our students enjoy a wide range of extra-curricular activities that includes drama, travel and sport.
From soccer to golf, you’ll find our students enjoying and competing in range of sports activities.
1st Year Vaccinations of HPV, Tdap & MenACWY will take place next Monday 22nd April 2024 starting at 9.00 a.m. 1st years are asked to please wear their PE Uniform on the day, as this will help with the administration of the vaccines. Please ensure that your son/daughter has eaten breakfast that morning.
Congratulation to our Senior hurlers who had a great win on Monday. Final score 3-18 to 2-10 win over Ardscoil Chiarán Naofa, Clara, Offaly. They now face Ashbourne Community School in the Final on Monday the 29th. Time and venue TBC. Best of luck for the 2 in a row lads.
The schools Junior hurling team have reached a Leinster final please see details below.
TEAMS: Athboy C.S. v St. Farnan's P.P., Prosperous, Kildare.
DATE: Thurs., 25.04.24
TIME: 11.30 am
VENUE: Abbottstown
REFEREE: John Dunning (Db) 087 6565275
PRESENTATION: Brian Talty (T.B.C.)
Congratulations on getting to the final and the best of luck.
5th and 6th year students had a very interesting visit to The European Commission Representation in Ireland recently. We were treated to a very informative presentation about the EU with topics chosen in advance to specifically cater for some of the LC Business Course. Students had an opportunity to ask questions and were encouraged to give their opinions on matters such as CAP, the Directives currently affecting Ireland and the topic of Energy was high on the Agenda.
Students were given information regarding the various career opportunities that exist for Irish students in the European Headquarters in Brussels and opportunities for work experience at the other Representative Offices around Europe.
A quiz followed for which we were certainly prepared. Nicola was extremely impressed by the knowledge displayed by our Business students.
The European Commission Representation in Ireland serves as the Commission’s voice in Ireland, aiming to communicate EU affairs at both national and local level. It’s mission is to engage with Irish citizens, institutions, and stakeholders, providing information about EU policies, initiatives, and programs.
It informs citizens about European elections, such as the upcoming elections on 7th May 2024.
This week marks Computer Science Week and we were absolutely delighted to welcome back past student Samson Oloruntola.
Samson is currently a second year Computer Science Student in DCU and is providing a Python Computer Programming Workshop for interested students for 6 weeks. For any student thinking of such a career this is a perfect opportunity to sample some content with Samson and ask him plenty of questions around the course that DCU offers.
Huge thanks to Samson, Ms Mooney
This school workshop includes the following:
The Parent Association of Athboy Community School are hosting our annual Golf Classic in Royal Tara Golf Club on Monday 6th May 2024.
This is our main fundraising event. The Golf Classic this year will fund the upgrading of the school library to support the literacy and numeracy needs of our students as well as providing a quiet space for students during the school day. We would be grateful if you would consider supporting us in one of the following ways:
1. Playing on the day for €60 (includes lunch)
2. Enter a team of 4 for €240 (includes lunch)
3. Sponsor as tee or green for €50
4. Offer a prize (to win on the day or in the raffle)
A timesheet is available in the school office (046) 9487894 or Floods Bar (046) 9432624
Thank you for your support.
Athboy Community School will be holding it's first ever Spring Craft Fair on Sunday 28th April 12pm - 4pm. We have vendors from near and far selling a range of crafts, artwork, cards, children's books, jewellery, baked goods, sweets, handmade soap, quilts, cosmetics, skincare, clothes, prints and much more. Refreshments and face painting will be available on the day. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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