Principal’s Welcome
I am very pleased to introduce you to the Davitt College Website. We are a co-educational, non-denominational and multicultural school—a dynamic and innovative centre of teaching and learning.
Our talented and dedicated staff have created an environment where our holistic approach to education provides all our students with a wide range of academic and practical subjects, alongside an extensive range of extracurricular activities and health and physical education programmes.
An education at Davitt College combines the best teaching, learning and caring environment for all students.
Conor O’Reilly
Principal
The Ethos of Davitt College
Our Mission
To provide a caring, inclusive community that partners with parents and guardians to cater for the complete educational, emotional, and physical development of our students—empowering them to reach their full potential.
Our Vision
To deliver a comprehensive education designed to prepare students for their roles as responsible members of society, with everything rooted in an ethos of mutual respect between staff and students.
Our Core Pillars
Excellence
Inspiring lifelong learning
Care
Nurturing student wellbeing
Equality
Fostering true inclusion
Community
Building a shared belonging
Respect
Valuing every individual
Pastoral Care & Student Support
Year Heads & Tutors
Providing a structured, daily point of contact to monitor student academic progress, foster attendance, and support individual personal development.
Guidance Counselling
Offering professional personal, social, and career guidance to help students navigate subject choices, wellbeing, and future pathways confidently.
Learning Support
Identifying individual learning needs and providing dedicated, tailored academic resources so every student can fully access the curriculum.
Student Care Team
A multi-disciplinary support network meeting regularly to proactively monitor student welfare, coordinate assistance, and safeguard wellbeing.
Home School Community Liaison
The Home School Community Liaison (HSCL) scheme at Davitt College acts as a vital bridge between home, school, and the wider community. Our coordinator works closely with parents and guardians to offer practical support, host welcoming school initiatives, and ensure that every family feels fully connected to, and involved in, their child’s educational journey.
Contact the HSCL Coordinator
Our History
Established with a vision to provide exceptional education to the community, Davitt College has grown from its foundational roots into a dynamic, modern secondary school.
School established on a brand-new, modern campus.
Major school extension planned; official opening performed by Minister for Education Niamh Breathnach TD in 1995.
The state-of-the-art Joe Langan Sports Hall is officially opened by Taoiseach Enda Kenny.
Multiple national Sci-Fest awards, launch of Politics & Society, and achieving consecutive Green Flag distinctions.
New building expansion opens with enrolment nearing 900 students, alongside earning official EU Erasmus+ Accreditation.
The TY musical Rock of Ages wins 7 national awards, celebrating over 40 years of standard-setting performing arts excellence.
