Ardscoil Rath Iomgháin

28/08/2026

Welcome to Ardscoil Rath Iomghain

A huge welcome to all our 1st Years! Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, filled with new experiences, new friends, and lots of opportunities to learn and grow.

Make the most of every moment, be kind to one another, and always believe in yourself. There will be challenges along the way, but there will also be plenty of great memories, laughs, and achievements.

We are delighted to have you as part of our school community and wish you every success and happiness in the years ahead.

25/08/2026

Best of luck to the team and management.

Our Senior Ladies take on Milltown tomorrow evening at home, get down and show your support! Best of luck girls!💪

23/08/2026

23/08/2026

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆. 🎓

Leaving Certificate results can feel like they decide everything at once. They do matter — but they are only one part of a much bigger picture.

There is more than one path after the Leaving Cert.

For some students, university will be the right fit. For others, the next step might be an apprenticeship, Further Education and Training (FET), a PLC course, a tertiary programme, training or moving directly into work.

If your results have changed the plan you had in mind, that does not necessarily mean the destination is gone. Sometimes there is another pathway to the same place — and sometimes exploring the alternatives can open up an option you had not considered before.

👉 Swipe through our carousel to explore some of the options and things to keep in mind as you think about what comes next.

For parents, this can be a good time to keep the conversation open. Ask what your young person is interested in, what they want from their next step and what information they still need, rather than feeling that one particular pathway has to be the answer.

Experienced guidance counsellors on the National Parents and Students Leaving Certificate Helpline can help students and parents understand the different pathways, what options remain open and a wide range of other guidance-related questions.

📞 CALL: 1800 265 165
💬 TEXT: +353 86 180 0685

The Helpline is closed today and reopens tomorrow.

🕐 Remaining opening hours:

📅 Mon 24 Aug: 10am–5pm
📅 Tues 25 Aug: 10am–5pm
📅 Wed 26 Aug: 10am–6pm
📅 Thurs 27 Aug: 10am–5pm
📅 Fri 28 Aug: 10am–5pm
📅 Sat 29 Aug: 10am–2pm

23/08/2026

🛡️ **𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶-𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 – 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴**

Bullying can have a real impact on a young person’s wellbeing, friendships and experience of school. Knowing what to look out for – and how best to respond – can make a big difference.

Our **Anti-Bullying for Post-Primary** online session gives parents practical information and guidance to help them:

🔹 Recognise possible signs of bullying
🔹 Support their teenager in a calm and constructive way
🔹 Keep communication open at home
🔹 Communicate effectively with their child’s school
🔹 Understand practical steps they can take when concerns arise

💻 **Online session**
⏱️ **1 hour 30 minutes**

📅 **Sessions available from 17–28 August**

**Monday–Thursday:**
🕙 10.00am
🌙 7.30pm

**Fridays:**
🕙 10.00am

There are a number of dates and times available, so parents can choose the session that suits them best.

👉 **Book your place:**
https://www.npc.ie/service-page/anti-bullying-for-post-primary-2?referral=service_list_widget

23/08/2026

Well done to the team and management.

21/08/2026

Congratulations to Our Leaving Certificate Students

A huge congratulations to all our students on their excellent Leaving Certificate results! Your results are a wonderful reflection of the hard work, determination and commitment you have shown throughout your time in school. You should all be incredibly proud of what you have achieved.

As you begin the next chapter of your lives, we wish each and every one of you every success, happiness and fulfilment for the future. Whether you are heading to college, starting an apprenticeship, entering the world of work, travelling, or taking some time to decide your next steps, we hope you embrace every opportunity that comes your way. Believe in yourselves, follow your ambitions and never be afraid to dream big.

We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to all the staff for their dedication, encouragement and support in helping our students reach this important milestone. Your commitment has made a lasting difference.

A special thank you must also go to parents, guardians and families for the encouragement, patience and unwavering support they have given our students throughout their school journey. Your role in their success cannot be underestimated.

Today is a day to celebrate achievement, resilience and the beginning of exciting new possibilities.

Well done to all our Leaving Certificate students — we are immensely proud of you and wish you every success in the future! 🎓👏🌟

20/08/2026