Academic & Curriculum

A comprehensive window into the classroom frameworks at Davitt College. This category spans our Junior, Senior, and Transition Year programmes, highlighting academic excellence, departmental clusters, and student subject showcases.

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Davitt College Celebrates Outstanding Leaving Certificate Results for the Class of 2026

🌟 Leaving Certificate • Academic Excellence Davitt College Celebrates Outstanding Leaving Certificate Results for the Class of 2026 August 2026 • Davitt College Castlebar Davitt College is delighted to celebrate an exceptional set of Leaving Certificate and Leaving Certificate Applied results achieved by the Class of 2026. The results reflect the hard work, commitment and determination of students throughout their time at Davitt College, supported by the dedication of their teachers, SNAs, staff and families. A particular highlight of this year’s results was the achievement of one exceptional student, Cian Nolan, who attained the maximum possible score of 625 points, an outstanding accomplishment and a source of great pride for the entire school community. >15% 500+ Points Achieved 500 points or more >50% 400+ Points Achieved 400 points or more 80% of students achieved over 300 points. 45% of Leaving Certificate Applied students achieved the highest grade of Distinction. The excellent Leaving Certificate Applied results are a particular source of pride for the school, with almost half of LCA students achieving a Distinction, the highest possible grade. This outstanding achievement reflects the dedication and commitment of the students and the staff who supported them throughout the programme. These results represent a significant achievement for the students and are a testament to the strong culture of learning, ambition and support within the school community. “We are incredibly proud of the achievements of our Leaving Certificate and Leaving Certificate Applied students this year. These results reflect the dedication, resilience and determination shown by our students, as well as the commitment of our teachers, support staff and the families who have encouraged them throughout their journey. We congratulate every student and wish them every success as they embark on their chosen pathway. Comhghairdeas do chách.” — Conor O’Reilly, Principal 🌟 Academic Milestone: Davitt College student Cian Nolan who achieved the maximum 625 points, pictured with Principal Conor O’Reilly and Deputy Principals Anita Gallagher, John Bones, and William Rowan.

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Traditional Talent Shines at the Belfast Fleadh 2026

🏆 Traditional Arts Success Medal Success for Davitt College at the Belfast Fleadh 13 August 2026 The summer has been wonderfully musical for our students, who recently showcased exceptional talent and brought home a fantastic haul of medals from the Belfast Fleadh. We are immensely proud of everyone who took to the stage to represent our school community. Roll of Honour Roisín Moran: 🥇 1st Place – Trios (12–15) Niamh Rodgers, Eva Hynes, Roisín Moran, Aoife Mongey, Luke Nolan, Alannah McDonagh, Noah Kilkenny: 🥈 2nd Place – Grúpaí Ceoil (12–15). Led brilliantly by past pupil and student teacher Cian Kilkenny. Noah Kilkenny: 🥉 3rd Place – Bodhrán (12–15) Grace Holmes: 🥉 3rd Place – Full Set Ladies (15–18) We would also like to extend a special congratulations to the Rolling Waves Over-18 Grúpa Ceoil, who placed 3rd overall—a wonderful achievement showcasing the enduring talent of some of our past pupils. Well done to all involved! Comhghairdeas to all our talented musicians and competitors representing Davitt College with distinction.

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Grace Holmes Strikes Gold at Connacht Fleadh

🏆 Traditional Arts Excellence Gold for Grace: A Champion at the Connacht Fleadh 13 August 2026 The stage was set, the music was fierce, and Grace Holmes delivered a performance that simply couldn’t be beaten. We are thrilled to announce that our very own Grace has struck gold, taking home the top prize in the U18 Full Set Ladies category at the recent Connacht Fleadh. It takes immense discipline to master the traditional arts, and Grace has shown exactly what that looks like. Her gold medal is the result of countless hours of practice and a genuine passion for the craft. Now, the focus shifts to the national stage. As Grace and her team head to Belfast for the upcoming All-Ireland Fleadh, they carry the full support of our school behind them. We know they will represent us with everything they have. Comhghairdeas, Grace – go make us proud in Belfast.

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Davitt College Annual Sports Day 2026

⚡ Action, Energy & School Spirit • Sports Day 2026 Unstoppable Energy: Epic Showdowns and Unforgettable Craic at Davitt College Sports Day 2026! 25 May 2026 • Davitt College, Castlebar From the first whistle to the final cheer, Davitt College’s Annual Sports Day 2026 exploded with electricity, laughter, and fierce yet friendly competition! Expertly orchestrated by our phenomenal PE Department, this year’s installment raised the bar completely—transforming the grounds into a high-octane arena of athletic triumph, tactical brilliance, and unforgettable school spirit. 🔥 Unmissable Highlights of the Arena: ⚽⚡ 3v3 Soccer Clashes Frenzied footwork, surgical passing, and dramatic last-minute goals lighting up the pitches. 🌊💦 Water Races High-speed panic, tactical spills, and absolute saturation guaranteed for racers and spectators alike! 🏃💨 Obstacle Courses 🪢🏆 The Main Event: Tug O’ War The legendary Teachers vs. Class of 2026 rumble. Spoiler: The teachers remain undefeated! 💪🔥 “A massive, heartfelt well done to every student and staff member who brought their A-game. The teamwork, camaraderie, and unmatched craic made this an unforgettable masterpiece of a day!” ×

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Celebrating Success: Davitt College Honours 2026 Transition Year Graduates

🎓 Transition Year Graduation 2026 Celebrating Success: Davitt College Honours 2026 Transition Year Graduates 25 May 2026 Huge congratulations to our TY Students of the Year 2026, Kacper Milewski and Grace Needham! The awards ceremony was made extra special with guest speaker Ms. Cora Staunton, whose inspiring words and achievements motivated all in attendance. We also proudly celebrated outstanding talent from our school production, with Oisín Toland receiving the award for Musical Best Performance and Jennis Ann Sarish recognised for Outstanding Contribution to the Stage for 2025–2026. “Well done to all our Transition Year students for their hard work, commitment, and enthusiasm throughout the year. We are incredibly proud of you all!” Main Award Winners 2026 ⭐ Highest TY Honour Overall Students of the Year Kacper Milewski & Grace Needham Transition Year Graduation 2026 Recognised for exceptional academic application, positive leadership, and outstanding all-round contribution throughout the year. 🎭✨ Performing Arts School Production Honours Musical Best Performance: Oisín Toland Outstanding Contribution to the Stage: Jennis Ann Sarish Honouring standout stage presence, dedication, and artistic commitment to the 2025–2026 school production. ×

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Jadotville Veteran Captain Noel Carey and Colonel Paul Carey Deliver United Nations Briefing

🕊️ UN Peacekeeping & History Jadotville Veterans Deliver United Nations Briefing 21 April 2026 Politics & Society Students Welcome Historic UN Peacekeepers Our Fifth and Sixth Year Politics and Society students had the extraordinary privilege of welcoming historic veteran Captain Noel Carey and his son, Colonel Paul Carey, to the social science lab. Captain Carey, one of the heroic figures who fought in the famous Siege of Jadotville during the 1961 United Nations mission in the Congo, delivered a deeply moving and powerful first-hand account of his experiences. He detailed the strategic decisions, human rights challenges, and immense resilience shown by A Company 35th Irish Battalion under siege. Following this historical perspective, Colonel Paul Carey provided an excellent, modern briefing on his own senior leadership roles within active UN peacekeeping operations. His talk gave students a direct look into how international treaties, conflict resolution strategies, and Ireland’s continuous contribution to global peace and security operate on the ground today. This was an inspiring, unforgettable opportunity for our classes to see textbook themes in global politics come to life through real-world defenders of human rights!

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Davitt College Shines at the Musical Awards

🏆 Historic National Triumph • 7 All-Ireland Awards Davitt College Shines at the Musical Awards 20 March 2026 Rock of Ages (Teen Edition) Celebrating 40 Years of Stage Excellence at Davitt College 7 National Awards Won 17 All-Ireland Nominations 120+ Student Cast & Crew Davitt College’s latest school musical, Rock of Ages (Teen Edition), has rewritten the record books at the prestigious Best of Ireland Secondary School Stage Awards, bringing home a staggering seven national titles after a masterclass performance of theatrical brilliance! Marking 40 landmark years of theatrical productions at Davitt College, November’s blockbuster run of Rock of Ages completely transformed our school sports hall into a fully immersive, professional-grade West End theatre experience. Powered by an extraordinary student crew of over 120 participants, the show played to packed, sold-out audiences night after night. The journey to national glory reached fever pitch when nominations were announced, with Davitt College landing an incredible 17 competitive nominations across multiple categories. On awards night in Dublin, a 30-strong student delegation walked the red carpet representing our community with immense pride before the auditorium erupted into celebration as our nominees swept the board. Official Honour Roll The 7 All-Ireland Championship Victories 🎨 Best Set Design Davitt College Design Team 🌟 Best Acting Ensemble Davitt College Cast & Crew 🎤 Best Vocal Co-Star Ben O’Brien 👑 Best Actor Female Daisy Finnerty 🏆 Best Actor Male Myles Girling-Moore ⭐ Best Actor Co-Star Isabella Kearney 🎬 Best Director Damien Gallagher This phenomenal national success highlights the staggering talent, dedication, and collaborative spirit of our students and staff. It cements this milestone as one of the proudest, most dazzling chapters in Davitt College’s rich history. 👉 Explore the full journey: School Musical — Rock of Ages archive ×

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Transition Year Students Immerse Themselves in French Cinema at the Linenhall

🇫🇷 Cultural Excursion Transition Year Students Immerse Themselves in French Cinema at the Linenhall 18 March 2026 Learning Comes to Life Through Culture Today, our Transition Year French students headed out for a brilliant, action-packed cultural excursion to the Linenhall Arts Centre to experience the acclaimed French feature film “En Fanfare.” It was a fantastic opportunity to step outside the traditional classroom and dive straight into authentic dialogue, native accents, and captivating francophone storytelling. Seeing language skills jump straight off the textbook pages and into real-world art made for an unforgettable cinema trip! A huge well done to all the students and staff involved for diving into the experience with such enthusiasm—proving once again that language learning truly comes alive through culture.

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TY Leadership in Action: Davitt College Presents €500 Cheque to St. Vincent de Paul

🤝 Community & Charity • Transition Year Action TY Leadership in Action: Davitt College Presents €500 Cheque to St. Vincent de Paul 11 March 2026 Following the incredible success of our recent winter fundraising campaigns, we were absolutely delighted to welcome Helen Ralph from SVP, along with volunteers Mick and Tadhg, to the Davitt College campus today. They met face-to-face with our fantastic Transition Year SVP team, the driving force behind three major community initiatives this term: the Beanie Winter Appeal, the Christmas Food Appeal, and our recent Bake Sale. Local Impact Direct Support for Local Families During her visit, Helen spoke with students about the vital day-to-day work SVP carries out, detailing exactly how these funds provide direct, essential support right here in our local community. Total Raised €500 Presented to SVP Team An achievement like this is only possible with a massive collective effort. We want to extend a huge thank you to all of our incredible staff, parents, and students who bought beanies, baked treats, donated food, and supported these campaigns. Your generosity has helped make a very real difference for an exceptionally worthy local cause! ✨ 📸 Cheque Presentation: Davitt College Transition Year students presenting the €500 donation cheque to Helen Ralph and volunteers Mick and Tadhg from St. Vincent de Paul. ×

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Gradam Óráid Phoiblí: Double Victory for Davitt College!

🗣️ Conradh na Gaeilge • Óráid Phoiblí & Tráth na gCeist Gradam Óráid Phoiblí: Double Victory for Davitt College! 10 March 2026 Comhghairdeas mór le Surnaí Ní Cheallaigh agus Aisling Ní Ghabhláin, daltaí i mBliain a Ceathair agus baill ghníomhacha den Choiste Gaeilge scothghlacach. Bhuaigh an beirt acu gradam iontach san óráid phoiblí ag ócáid mhór de chuid Conradh na Gaeilge aréir! A massive congratulations to Transition Year students and dedicated members of our Gaeilge Committee, Surnaí Ní Cheallaigh and Aisling Ní Ghabhláin, who won prestigious awards for Public Speaking at the Conradh na Gaeilge event last night! 🗣️ Public Speaking Champions Surnaí Ní Cheallaigh & Aisling Ní Ghabhláin Excellence in oratory and linguistic delivery. 🧠 Tráth na gCeist Team Senior & Junior Quiz Teams Commended for exceptional team spirit and linguistic knowledge. Ní neart go cur le chéile — there is strength in unity! 🤝 Proud representation at the Conradh na Gaeilge 2026 event. ×

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