St. Malachy's College

An Ghaeilge Abú!

All Irish students at St Malachy’s recently had the opportunity to have their hard work and enthusiasm for the language recognised through the College’s annual Scéim na bhFáinní (Fáinne Scheme).

There is a strong tradition of Irish at the school, and this was reflected in the impressive number of awards presented.

Over 400 students were awarded either their Cúpla Focal badge, Bunteastas, Fáinne Airgid, Meánteastas, or Fáinne Óir.

Congratulations to all the boys involved on this outstanding achievement.

Míle buíochas le Cumann Cultúrtha Mhic Reachtain a chuidigh linn ar an lá.

Beatha teanga í a labhairt!

Well done to our Year 8 Gaelic Football team, winners of the Aidan Walsh Shield at St. Louis, Ballymena! 👏🏆�A fantastic achievement—congratulations lads!

Our Year 10 French Language Leaders recently had the opportunity to visit St Thérèse of Lisieux Primary, where they led lively and interactive French taster sessions for pupils in P4–P7.
From introducing simple phrases to leading fun, hands-on activities, our students created a welcoming and engaging environment that encouraged the younger pupils to give French a go. It was fantastic to see their confidence, creativity, and leadership skills shine throughout lessons.
A brilliant experience for everyone involved – well done to our French Language Leaders for making such a positive impact!

Year 8 Man of the Month - June 2026

The June Year 8 MOTM winners have been celebrated for an outstanding first year and the all-round qualities they have shown both inside and outside the classroom. These students have embraced school life with enthusiasm, positivity, and resilience, while also demonstrating strong academic progress. They have shown kindness, inclusivity, and a supportive attitude towards others, embodying the values of the school community. Congratulations Shay, Connell, Reuben, Isaac, Danann and Jude!

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Man of the Month - May 2026

Well done to our Year 8 May MOTM winners recognised for their exceptional focus and dedication during a key period of the school year. As students prepared for their Summer Examinations, these individuals demonstrated strong work ethic, organisation, and commitment to their studies. Their determination and consistent effort set a high standard for others. - Dylan, Ronan, Cillian, Ryan, Konstanty (absent) and Michael.

Massive congratulations to Year 12 student Layden O’Neill who helped the U17 Irish basketball team to victory in the 4 Nations Tournament in Glasgow at the weekend. Former student and uncle Gary was there to cheer Layden and the Irish team on ☘️🏀

Congratulations to our Year 10 Antrim Cup All-Stars, Micheál Conlon (MF) and Dylan Quinn (CHF). Both students have represented the College with pride since Year 8 and are a credit to both the College and their respective clubs. Congratulations, lads!

A key part of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is volunteering, requiring participants to dedicate their time to support local communities or the environment. Over the past year, our Year 10 Bronze participants have embraced this challenge, engaging in a diverse range of volunteering initiatives. Their activities have included assisting coaching sessions at local GAA and soccer clubs, sharing their skills by providing music tuition, and helping at various local charitable organisations.

Between April 2025 and March 2026, our Year 10 cohort achieved an impressive milestone, contributing a total of 507 hours of collective service! This effort represents excellent service leadership and a genuine commitment to helping others. We commend the boys for their hard work, reliability, and the positive impact they have made within our local community, and we congratulate all involved on this well-deserved achievement.

🎓10 years out - Class of 2016 !
Can you believe it’s been 10 years since you last walked down College Avenue in your St Malachy’s uniform?
To celebrate this milestone, the College Alumni Foundation is delighted to invite you back for a relaxed evening at the College. Catch up over a drink, take a trip down memory lane with a tour, and reconnect with old classmates and former staff.
We’d love to see you there!
👉 Register your interest: https://forms.gle/XFua6ZA2Xviy5CqDA
📧 Or contact: [email protected]

Congratulations to Eoin, Finian, Paraic and Ronan who took part in this year’s Antrim Fleadh. Eoin was awarded 1st in the Years 15-18 Grúpa Cheoil. Ronan was awarded 2nd in the Years 12-15 Grúpa Cheoil.
Finian participated in five different Years 12-15 categories and was awarded:
1st in Accompaniment for Guitar
2nd in Banjo
2nd in Mandolin
2nd in Miscellaneous Instruments (Tenor Guitar)
2nd in Grúpa Cheoil
Paraic competed in two Years 12-15 categories and was awarded:
2nd in Pipes
3rd in Whistle
In February of this year, Paraic also competed in the Dungannon Music Festival and was awarded two 1st places in the Traditional Duet Years 12-19 and Traditional solo Years 12-15.
Well done to all involved! 🎶🏆