Wesley College Dublin

Summer Wesley Update
The Summer 2026 edition of The Wesley Update has been published. This is a bumper issue with with news and features covering the Interschools Music Festival, themed weeks, retirements, school trips and all the Summer sports.

Read the latest issue here: https://issuu.com/wesleycollegedublin/docs/wesley_update_summer_2026?ff

Copies will be available in the school Reception from next week. You can also find this and all past Wesley Updates on the school website: https://www.wesleycollege.ie/News/Wesley-Update/

Thank you to the many students and staff members who contributed articles and photos.

Music Scholar
Congratulations to Rian Ni, 1st year Music Scholar, who was one of four finalists in the TUD Junior Keyboard Bursary 2026 on May 11th in the National Concert Hall.

Good Luck!
To our 6th Year students, the class of 2026, sitting the Leaving Certificate exams: This is it, the culmination of all your hard work. We know you're well-prepared and ready to show what you've learned. Stay confident, keep your focus, and do your absolute best on each paper.
And to our 3rd Year students beginning your Junior Cycle exams: This is a significant step in your academic journey, and we wish you every success. Embrace the challenge, do your very best, and trust in your preparation.
Go n-éirí go geal libh go léir! We're all wishing you the very best.

Retirement - Ms. Caroline Willis
This week we bid farewell to Ms Caroline Willis, who has been a greatly valued member of our staff since 2015. A dedicated learning support teacher, Caroline supported and encouraged countless students with kindness, professionalism and care. Known for her calm, thoughtful presence and her interest in mindfulness, she brought a sense of reassurance and positivity to all those she worked with.
We thank Caroline sincerely for her contribution to College life and wish her and her family every happiness in this next chapter.

Retirement - Mr. Fred O'Brien
After 40 years of dedicated service, we bid a fond farewell to Mr. Fred O’Brien. A gifted French teacher, Fred brought learning to life with his wit, humour and unmistakable character. Early in his career, he was part of the Embury House community, and he remained a central figure in school life ever since.
Fred also made a lasting impact through his coaching on the rugby pitch. Many still recall the Junior Cup final of 1990 and the Senior League win of 2000, along with the many teams he helped shape and the proud legacy he built in Wesley sport.
We thank Fred sincerely for his enormous contribution to the College and wish him and his family every happiness in this next chapter.

Leinster U17 selection
Congratulations to Talitha Neill, Sasha Williams, and Georgia Carroll on their selection to the Leinster U17 Metro Summer Programme.

A fantastic achievement for all three players and a reward for the hard work, commitment, and performances they’ve shown throughout the season.

We wish them the very best with the programme!

Tennis Championships
Wesley Tennis Championships
The annual Wesley Tennis Championships took place this term. A highly anticipated event each year, the competition brought together some outstanding talent from across all year groups, with players displaying excellent skill, teamwork, and determination throughout the tournament. The standard of tennis was exceptionally high once again, making for a series of exciting and competitive matches enjoyed by players and spectators alike. Pictured here are the winners of each category.

Transition Year
Our Transition Year class celebrated a wonderful year of achievements, experiences and talents on Tuesday night in the Myles Hall. From work experience and trips abroad to embracing new challenges, outdoor pursuits, and the TY musical, it was a year full of memorable moments, capping off a brilliant year of growth and development.

Sports Day
A fantastic day of sunshine, positivity, and remarkable team spirit. Sports Day 2026 will be remembered for all the right reasons! Thanks to all those who made it such a wonderful day!

First Year Boys Cricket Final
In the 1st Year Boys final, St Joseph’s Rush batted first and, despite taking 16 off the opening over, Wesley responded well to bowl them out for 61. Aaron Deans and Toby Gibney claimed three wickets each, while Nathan Barry took two.
Wesley were patient in reply against the opposition’s pace attack, before Brody Molins (24*) and Aaron Deans (26*) guided them to a 10-wicket victory.