Archbishop McHale College, Glenstal Abbey School or St. Jarlaths College?

Up to three schools, side by side.

Schools compared
Archbishop McHale CollegeRemoveGlenstal Abbey SchoolRemoveSt. Jarlaths CollegeRemove
TownGalway, Co. GalwayMurroe, Co. LimerickTuam, Co. Galway
Students479203762
TypeCommunity college (ETB)Voluntary secondary schoolVoluntary secondary school
FeesFreeFee‑payingFree
Next open night or deadlineApplications close, Fri, 23 OctNone found yetNone found yet
Boys and girlsMixed (316 boys, 163 girls)BoysMixed (634 boys, 128 girls)
EthosMulti-denominationalCatholicCatholic
Taught throughEnglishEnglishEnglish
Transition YearLooks optionalMost students take itLooks optional
Day or boardingDayDay and boardingDay
DEISYesNoNo
Distance from the first school99.4 km600 m
Roll number71390Q64150F68074M
Inspection reportsRead on gov.ie for Archbishop McHale CollegeRead on gov.ie for Glenstal Abbey SchoolRead on gov.ie for St. Jarlaths College

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