DEIS secondary schools in Co. Laois
DEIS schools get extra support from the Department of Education because they serve communities at greater risk of educational disadvantage. That can mean a home-school liaison coordinator, extra guidance hours and school meals. It says nothing about the quality of teaching.
- 2 schools
- 1,747 students
Side by side
| School | Students | Boys and girls | Type | Fees | Irish-medium | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portlaoise CollegePortlaoise | 1,005 | Mixed | Community college (ETB) | Free | No | Yes |
| Mountmellick Community SchoolMountmellick | 742 | Mixed | Community school | Free | No | Yes |
All 2 schools
- Portlaoise College Portlaoise, Co. Laois 1,005 studentsMixedDEISCommunity college (ETB)
- Mountmellick Community School Mountmellick, Co. Laois 742 studentsMixedDEISCommunity school
Quick answers
- How many DEIS secondary schools are there in Co. Laois?
- There are 2 in Co. Laois, with 1,747 students between them.
- Which is the biggest in Co. Laois?
- Portlaoise College in Portlaoise, with 1,005 students.
- Where are they?
- Mostly in Portlaoise and Mountmellick. Every school is listed on this page.
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