Clifden Community School News & Events

Well done to them! An amazing achievement 🎶🪗

Tribute to Cailin Mitchell

It is with profound sadness that we learn of the passing of Cailin Mitchell, the much-loved caretaker of Clifden Community School.

Cailin was a valued colleague, trusted friend, and constant source of support to students, staff, management, and the wider school community. Warm, good-humoured, and kind, he had a rare gift for getting on with everyone. With a keen interest in music and sport, he connected easily with people of all ages.

There seemed to be nothing Cailin could not turn his hand to. From everyday maintenance to unexpected emergencies, he approached every task with dedication, skill, and a willingness to help. His commitment to the school was evident in everything he did.

He was especially cherished by the students. Cailin never judged; instead, he listened, encouraged, and accepted people as they were. With patience, common sense, and often a touch of humour, he guided young people back on track while preserving their dignity and self-respect.

Staff and management knew they could always rely on him for practical help, sound advice, and friendly support. His loyalty to Clifden Community School was unwavering, and his kindness and generosity helped make the school a better place for all.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Cailin’s wife and family, Theresa, Adrian, Guislaine, Ava and Saoirse, and his mother Annie.

Cailin's legacy will live on in the many lives he touched and in the memories of all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Lux • Pax • Felicitas
Light • Peace • Happiness

Death Notice of Cailin Mitchell (Roundstone, Galway) | rip.ie The death has occurred of Cailin Mitchell of Roundstone, Galway Ireland, on 09/08/2026. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

Well down Daithí 👏🏻

Well done to Dáithí McDonnell who represented Galway West U14s in the Connacht Centre of Excellence in Bekan today when they played Mayo & Leitrim.

The club was delighted to see Dáithí represent Galway West. A wonderful achievement and a proud moment for Dáithí, his family and our club. Well done, Dáithí, and best of luck going forward!

To all our students who begin exams tomorrow- we wish you the best of luck 📚⭐️🫶🏻

1st year trip to Wildlands last Wednesday was a huge success and the sun was shining! A great way to reward the 1st years for their hard-work this year ⭐️☀️🙏🏻

Well done to our 5th year students who received merit awards for term 3. Niamh Heanue, Dylan Keating, Noreen O Neill, Aoibh Morrow, Oisin Maher.
Absent from photo: Iarla Walsh, Aonghus Joyce and Retaj Samara.

Congratulations to our student of the term, Aoibheann Joyce ⭐️

We would like to wish our students Connla Scannell 1st year Oisin Maher 5th year the best of luck in the School Athletics All Irelands this weekend in Tullamore.

Connla takes part in the minor high jump on Friday evening after placing 2nd in the Connacht Finals.

Oisin is competing in the senior boys 1500m o Saturday after finishing in 1st place after a very impressive run in the Connaught Finals.

Good luck boys 🥳🙏🏻

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A lovely day was had by all and a nice way to end the school year ahead of the Junior cycle exams 📚