Welcome to St Brendan’s College
St. Brendan’s College has an energetic, expert staff, focused on the provision of a holistic education for all of our students. We enjoy a rich educational heritage, we are housed in an exceptional building, excellently formatted to ensure progressive facilities for a 21st century education. Under the Major Capital Works Programme, we are now planning a €20 million re imagination of these buildings.
We offer a broad curriculum, beginning with a first year taster programme, the Junior Certificate and a breadth of Senior Cycle programmes including Transition Year, Traditional Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate…
PROGRAMMES
At St. Brendan’s we offer comprehensive student centred Junior and Senior Cycle programmes – with a choice of....
SPORTS/ACTIVITIES
Our school is synonymous with the provision of a breadth of sports and extra activities. Every lunch time...
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Ballyhar rower represents Ireland at European competition – Killarney Advertiser
Ballyhar rower represents Ireland at European competition – Killarney Advertiser
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There was great excitement in Ballyhar and at Muckross Rowing Club last weekend as local rower Cillian Leslie represented Ireland at the Coupe de la Jeunesse Beach Sprints in Cadiz, Spain. Cillian was…Today, our third year students enjoyed a memorable and educational history trip to Dublin, visiting two iconic sites: Glasnevin Cemetery and the GAA Museum at Croke Park. Students took in a guided tour of Glasnevin Cemetery, where they explored the resting places of many key figures in Irish history. They were captivated by stories of revolutionaries, poets, and political leaders, gaining a deeper appreciation for Ireland’s complex past.
This followed a trip to Croke Park, where the GAA Museum offered an engaging insight into the cultural, sporting and political heritage.
The trip was both informative and enjoyable, sparking lively discussions and a renewed interest in the Irish revolutionary era.
We are delighted to announce that we have been chosen as beneficiaries of the popular Wine & Art Night for a second year in a row. Killarney Rotary Club are organising this event every year and it has always been a fantastic night for everyone involved.
EVERY TICKET (€25) BOUGHT DIRECTLY FROM THE SCHOOL OFFICE WILL GO 100% TOWARDS THE SEM!
If you are looking for a great night out, an early Christmas present or simply a way to support a variety of extra-curricular activities in the Sem, then here is your chance:
The Wine & Art Night will take place on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 7.15pm in the Great Southern Hotel.
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FROM TODAY IN THE SCHOOL OFFICE.
There are fantastic door prizes to be won such as a one-night stay & breakfast for two people at Hayfield Manor, a €200 Voucher for MD O'Shea or a €100 Gift Voucher. So even if you cannot come on the night, you can always buy a ticket in the office, note down your contact details on it and we will make sure that you are included in the raffle on the night.
PLEASE BUY YOUR TICKETS DIRECTLY FROM US!
Thank you very much, your support is greatly appreciated!
Today we celebrated Colourful Friday in the Sem to mark the end of Stand Up Awareness Week . Thank you to all the students and staff who donned their colours and reminded us that the Sem is a diverse community where everyone is welcome.
Congratulations to staff members Orna O Shea and Turlough O Brien and to students Cian Kelly, Mark O Connor and Jayden Bowler who won prizes for most colourful/creative outfits today.
Science Week 2025 starts next week!! 🧬👩🔬. To kick start we are running our photo competition. The theme is “Science in Focus”. This can be a picture of anything you think has advanced society related to science. Get snapping over the weekend 📸 and send your submissions in on Teams to Mr. Moriarty
Thanks to everyone who contributed to this shoebox appeal. Last day for boxes is next Wednesday. Please make a difference to a childs Christmas and fill a shoebox
Yesterday, six Student Council members represented St. Brendan’s College at the Kerry Comhairle na nÓg 2025 in the Rose Hotel in Tralee. They discussed important issues affecting young people in Kerry, met politicians and representatives of different youth organisations and support networks and made sure that their voice is being heard. A big thank you to Peter Herlihy, Eoin O'Mahony, Max Fowler, Fionn Griffin, Aaron Looney, and Pierce Scahill for representing our school so well at this important event, and to Mr Clive O’Sullivan and Mr Jason Arthur for accompanying our students on the day.
St Brendan's college V ISK Killorglin First Year Munster Soccer Report
In a thrilling first year clash between St Brendan’s & ISK Killorglin, it was St Brendan’s who came out on top after a hard fought 1–0 victory. The decisive moment came in the 15th minute when Conor Doherty found the back of the net with a composed finish, giving St Brendan’s an early lead.
Killorglin’s defence proved difficult to break down throughout the game, limiting St Brendan's chances and forcing them to work hard for every opportunity. As the match went on, Killorglin grew into the contest, piling on the pressure in the second half.
Despite the intensity and sustained pressure, St Brendan’s held firm at the back, showing great composure and teamwork to see out the result. It was a tight, competitive encounter from start to finish and Doherty’s early goal ultimately proved the difference between two well matched sides. We look forward to meeting Mounthawk in the next round.
Final Score: St Brendan’s 1–0 ISK
Goal: Conor Doherty (15’)
Our Senior Rugby team came out on top in a tense encounter, winning 7–3 after a fiercely contested match. The only try of the game was scored by Liam McCarthy, whose effort proved decisive in a match dominated by strong defence and physical battles across the pitch.
It was a true team performance, with every player digging deep to hold off a determined opponent.
The team now advances to the quarter-final, where they will face Youghal.
Well done to all involved
Congratulations to Rory O'Connor, Jayden Bowler and Eoin O'Mahony who were taking part in the Youth Leadership Development Competition this year. All three went through a demanding interview process on Monday, with two candidates being called back for the final round on Tuesday. They were questioned on their own leadership experience and qualities, as well as general questions about national and international politics.
Unfortunately, they narrowly missed out on winning the prestigious prize of going to the EU-Parliament in Brussels, but all three found the experience very valuable. A big thank you to Killarney Rotary Club and Marie Kehoe O'Sullivan for organising this fantastic competition and to our three students who put themselves forward. We are very proud of you!
Very proud of our student Cillian after his outstanding performance 👏🏼👏🏼 well done Cillian!
Cillian really makes his mark in Spain
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There was great excitement for Muckross Rowing Club and one of its talented rowers, Cillian Leslie, from Ballyhar, who travelled to Cadiz in Spain as part of an Irish squad of 16 rowers that compet…Well done to 12 of our TY students who participated in a certified Lifeguard Course during midterm break.
Well done to our TY students -Zac Donaldson, Rian Weldon, Jonah Casey and John O'Connor who helped out at the Heartbeat Charity fundraiser before midterm break at the Outlet Centre.
Stand Up Awareness Week – Celebrating Belonging, Kindness, and Respect
This week, our school proudly joins the national movement for Stand Up Awareness Week, led by Belong To, to promote understanding, inclusion, and respect for our LGBTQ+ community.
At the heart of this week is a commitment to:
🌈 Promote understanding of LGBTQ+ identities – We celebrate the diversity of our students and staff, and we affirm that everyone deserves to feel safe, seen, and valued for who they are.
🤝 Increase awareness of anti-bullying through Bí Cineálta – Our school stands firmly against bullying in all forms. Through the lens of Bi Cineáltas, we encourage everyone to act with kindness and courage, creating a culture where bullying is never tolerated.
💖 Foster kindness, respect, empathy, and belonging – These values are the foundation of our school community. We believe that every student has the right to feel they belong, and we all have a role to play in making that happen.
Let’s use this week to reflect, learn, and stand together. Whether through classroom discussions, creative projects, or simple acts of kindness, we can make a difference.
Together, we stand up. Together, we belong
NOTE:- On Friday Nov 7th , we ask everyone to wear colourful clothes to show support and remind everyone that they are welcome in our school community.
Well done to our students and Kerry FC squad members Ewan McCrohan, Luke Doolan and former student Oran Horgan on their victory in the LOI U20 National Shield vs Shamrock Rovers. Oran captained the side with a powerful performance at centre back. Rovers went 1-0 ahead in injury after 93 minutes, with Luke equalising in the 94th minute to bring the game to extra time. Luke then scored the winner in the 120th minute to seal an historic first ever piece of silverware for Kerry FC. Well done lads, we are proud of you all 🫶⚽️👊
What a fantastic election campaign we had today. Congratulations to everyone who put themselves forward. It is not an easy thing to stand up in front of everyone, so our candidates should be proud of themselves, no matter if they were elected or not. Their speeches showed the calibre of students we have in the Student Council, and we can't wait to see all the things everyone is going to achieve this year.
The winners of our Student Council Elections 25+26 are:
President: Colm O'Brien
Vice-President: Eoin O'Mahony
Secretary: Rory O'Connor
Treasurer: Finn O'Neill and Aaron O'Connor
Attendance Officer: Tyler Hewerdine
Election Officer: Fionn McCarthy
Members of 1E with their projects on the novel "In Pieces" which they have been reading in English class. Well done to all of the boys for their hard work over the first term.
CULTURE & ARTS
We pride ourselves on a vibrant cultural life. Central to our cultural activities is our school choir and school music...
CAREERS
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