Clongowes Stories

27th June 2025

We’re delighted to share the latest issue of Clongowes Life – our annual school magazine! The magazine gives a flavour of all of the wonderful things that students get up to at Clongowes – from sporting achievements, to academic awards, performances and lots of fun!

21st May 2025

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Tom McKeown as the new Head Coach of the Clongowes Wood College Senior Cup Team (SCT). Tom is a well known figure in Irish rugby through his involvement as a player and coach.  Tom is currently Head Coach of the MU Barnhall U20s, has assisted with…read article

23rd April 2025

At Clongowes, we have taken a major step forward in our commitment to sustainability with the launch of our new ground-mounted solar farm, located just behind the Vinny Murray Park (VMP) astro pitch. This exciting development will provide a significant portion of our electricity needs and stands as a strong symbol of our responsibility to…read article

13th March 2025

Elements students took part in their first SciFest in February, displaying their scientific projects to external judges, staff and fellow students. The SciFest fair is a highlight of the year for many students as they get to choose a area of scientific investigation that interests them, complete their study and finally present their findings.  You’ll…read article

20th February 2025

One of the most common questions we are asked by parents and boys before they join Clongowes is, “what is a typical day like?”. One of the strengths of boarding life is that the day is structured for the most part.  We find that boys get into good routines in terms of sleep, exercise, study…read article

27th January 2025

The Endowment Fund was conceived out of a desire to ensure that the Alberto Hurtado Bursary Programme (AHP) would be self-financing into the future. This desire was an ambitious one, but as we celebrate the five-year anniversary of the Fund’s launch that ambition looks to have been justified. From the outset, it had been decided…read article

17th January 2025

The tennis courts have undergone fantastic refurbishment! Working with Emerald Sports Surfaces, all 8 courts were resurfaced with Tiger Turf Advantage Pro carpet which is considered to be the most advanced and durable tennis surface.  The unique yarn used has been designed so that it doesn’t shine when wet, or under floodlights.  Even after heavy use, the surface retains…read article

19th December 2024

The Headmaster, Mr Lumb, has announced plans for a new, dedicated Arts Building located in the heart of the school. The promotion of the Performing Arts – music, drama, public speaking and debating– is a priority for the College.  This will be achieved by increasing opportunities for boys to take part in music and drama…read article

4th July 2024

The 2024 Clongowes Life magazine is a packed round-up of of the busy academic year 2023 – 2024. Browse through the pages that cover the academic, sporting and pastoral life at Clongowes, and much more!  The magazine shares the big events in the school, the boys’ achievements and the small moments that make Clongowes such…read article

21st May 2024

In November 2023, Jack Shannon Rhetoric (6th Year) student was crowed the National Winner of SciFest, booking his place as the only Irish representative at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in Los Angeles this month accompanied by his teacher, Ms Nolan, Scifest STEM Teacher of Excellence 2023.  Jack’s project took first place…read article