Coláiste Mhuire celebrates Junior Cycle results 2026
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Colm O’Rourke, Brian Donoghue, Leon D’Souza, Hasan Sahi, Mohamed Arafa and Kalvin Flynn collecting their Junior Cert results.Image 2 of 5
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Oisin O’Farrell, Kyle Carty, Tom Leech, Darragh Daly, Tristan Duncan, Ruairi Heffernan and Liam O’Brien.Image 4 of 5
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Alex Graham, Killian Raleigh, Jamie Leech, Peadar Baird Dara Clune, John Reynolds, Liam Enright, Colm O’Rourke and Conor Clune collecting their Junior Cert results at Coláiste Mhuire, Mullingar..Coláiste Mhuire Secondary School, Mullingar, is celebrating the achievements of students in the 2026 Junior Cycle results. Results day is a milestone and an opportunity to recognise the effort and progress made throughout their three years of Junior Cycle. Attainment across the subjects remains well above national averages, reflecting the commitment of students and the support of their teachers.
Principal Keith Quinn congratulated the students and acknowledged the support of their teachers: “We are proud of our students as they receive their Junior Cycle results. This is an opportunity to celebrate their hard work and to recognise their progress.
“We also acknowledge the dedication of our teachers, who have supported and encouraged them throughout their Junior Cycle.” Mr Quinn also highlighted the importance of recognising achievement beyond examination grades: “Every student has their own strengths. Alongside academic achievement, we value the confidence, friendships and skills that students develop during these years.
“This milestone is an accomplishment for each of our students. We hope they take pride in what they have achieved and carry that confidence into the next stage of their education.”
The principal extended his appreciation to parents and guardians for their support: “The encouragement students receive at home plays an important role in their progress. We are grateful to parents and guardians for working with us to support their children, and we look forward to continuing that partnership in the years ahead.”
Coláiste Mhuire congratulates all students receiving their results and wishes them every success as they continue their education.
“Our school motto, Positivity, Pride and Performance, reflects the approach we encourage in our students. We celebrate look forward to helping students build on this experience,” Mr Quinn said.
Coláiste Mhuire open evening
Coláiste Mhuire Secondary School, Mullingar, welcomed 300 families to its open evening on Thursday 1 October, as families consider their school choices for September 2027.
Student guides shared their experiences, led tours and gave visitors an insight into the learning, friendships and opportunities that shape life at the school.
Academic achievement remains central to life at Coláiste Mhuire, and students consistently achieve excellent Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate results, sustained success that reflects students’ hard work, the dedication of their teachers, and the school’s commitment to supporting each student to reach their potential.
The school celebrates achievement across the full range of abilities, recognising individual progress alongside outstanding examination results.
Complementing this academic focus is an extensive extracurricular programme, and high levels of participation across clubs and teams. Students can take part in STEM and Young Scientist projects, VEX Robotics, Lego, chess, debating, the school newspaper and Dungeons and Dragons. Music, choir, school musical productions and Gaisce provide further opportunities to develop talents, build friendships and contribute to school life.
Sport is another thriving part of school life, and Gaelic football, hurling, soccer, rugby, basketball, volleyball, athletics, cross country, golf, pitch and putt, tennis and darts offer a broad choice of activities.
Strong participation is supported by multiple panels in Gaelic football and hurling, including green and white panels. The structure creates opportunities for more students to play competitive school sport, represent Coláiste Mhuire and wear the school crest with pride.
Principal Keith Quinn highlighted the school’s sustained academic success: “We are immensely proud of the excellent Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate results our students achieve year after year. We have high expectations for every student and support them in working towards their own goals. We celebrate the effort and progress behind those achievements, and the dedication of our teachers in helping students reach their potential.
“Our multiple sports panels are an important part of that approach. Representing your school and wearing the Coláiste Mhuire crest is something special. We want more students to experience that sense of belonging, teamwork and pride, while developing their skills and enjoying their sport,” he added.
The closing date for applications for September 2027, for both mainstream and special class provision, is Friday 23 October at 10am. All application information is available at colaistemhuiremullingar.ie or from the school office on 044 9344743.