Ballinode College, Colaiste Chiarain or Sligo Grammar School?
Up to three schools, side by side.
| Ballinode CollegeRemove | Colaiste ChiarainRemove | Sligo Grammar SchoolRemove | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town | Sligo, Co. Sligo | Croom, Co. Limerick | Sligo, Co. Sligo |
| Students | 258 | 821 | 475 |
| Type | Community college (ETB) | Community college (ETB) | Voluntary secondary school |
| Fees | Free | Free | Fee‑paying |
| Next open night or deadline | None found yet | Applications close, Mon, 11 Jan | None found yet |
| Boys and girls | Mixed (181 boys, 77 girls) | Mixed (405 boys, 416 girls) | Mixed (272 boys, 203 girls) |
| Ethos | Multi-denominational | Multi-denominational | Church of Ireland |
| Taught through | English | English | English |
| Transition Year | Looks optional | Looks optional | Most students take it |
| Day or boarding | Day | Day | Day and boarding |
| DEIS | Yes | Yes | No |
| Distance from Ballinode College | 195.5 km | 700 m | |
| Roll number | 72360M | 71840V | 65190W |
| Inspection reports | Read on gov.ie for Ballinode College | Read on gov.ie for Colaiste Chiarain | Read on gov.ie for Sligo Grammar School |
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Figures from the Department of Education's latest published data. Distances are in a straight line. How to choose a secondary school.