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• State School Available for EU Passport Holders Only
• Academic subjects, sports and extra-curricular activities are subject to change.
Boarding:
We now have the exciting opportunity to offer Presentation Secondary School, Thurles with 5 day boarding accommodation. This is an all girls programme where students attend lessons at Presentation Secondary School a school renowned for its outstanding academic, musical and sporting record. With excellent facilities, a pleasant, homely and happy atmosphere this is the perfect option for students who would like the convenience of living next to the school during the school week but who would also like to get to know the local community better by experiencing some time in a local family.
The ethos of Presentation Boarding School has always been one of care for each individual boarder, catering for each students individual talents, gifts and needs. Each boarder is helped to achieve their full potential in a friendly environment, where they can feels secure and happy. As well as good study opportunities, boarders are also encouraged to develop important life skills, such as the ability to live together, to be accepting and caring for one another and to practise the Gospel values of kindness, forgiveness and generosity. Sleeping areas for the boarders are designed for calmness and comfort. Every dormitory contains a number of rooms with 2 beds in each room (6 year students have a single room). Each room is bright, comfortable and airy with its own washing facilities and with a shower area attached to each dorm. Two female supervisors are on duty throughout the night and the dedicated kitchen staff provides a variety of home-cooked, delicious, meals.
Host family accommodation at weekends:
Students staying at this 5 day boarding house will stay with a carefully selected local family during the weekends. They will depart the boarding house on Frida evening and return on Sunday afternoon. All host families will be vetted and managed by our Thurles Local Coordinator.
About the school:
Presentation Secondary School, Thurles is a vibrant all girls school that places relationships at the centre of everything they do. They pride themselves in providing quality teaching and learning to all students in an inclusive school environment. Their extensive range of extra-curricular activities enable students to get fully involved in school life. The school provides a holistic education, one which ensures all girls reach their full potential.
Presentation Secondary School in Thurles has always been associate with academic excellence. The school is proud of their reputation and put a lot of weight in to sustain it. Students at Presentation Secondary School continues to achieve excellent results in their state examinations, resulting in the school topping the Feeder Schools Leagues Tables in 2021 and 2022 and students receiving entrance scholarships to Universities based on their Leaving Certificate results.
Local area:
Thurles town is located in mid-County Tipperary and is surrounded by the Silvermine Mountains to the northwest and the Slieveardagh Hills to the southeast. Well known for its artistic vibe, Thurles celebrates festivals annually from early in the year when the Tipperary Drama Festival kicks off in Holycross.
March sees the Games Fleadh event attracting students from all over Ireland with ambitions in the gaming industry. In October, the Thurles Halloween Art Festival hosts face painting, arts and craft and music events. The festival year ends in December with the ever popular Thurles Skyfest. Students will have the opportunity to explore the countryside of Thurles thanks to its scenic trails through the hills of Upperchurch. Thurles is an ideal place for international students who want to experience the Irish culture whilst exploring this friendly local area.
