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Portlaoise College’s TY show ‘Back to the 80’s’ lights up the...

Portlaoise College's recent Transition Year show "Back to the 80's" took audiences on a nostalgic journey through time at the Dunamaise Arts Centre. From the...

Six Portlaoise College students awarded full Gaeltacht scholarships for the summer

Portlaoise College has announced that six of its students have been awarded full Gaeltacht scholarships for this upcoming summer. The recipients include fifth-year students James...

Portlaoise College students work to improve job opportunities for adults with...

After learning that 85 per cent of adults with autism are either unemployed or under-employed, a group of students at Portlaoise College have been...

Laois secondary school receives planning approval for four new classrooms, engineering...

Portlaoise College has been given initial approval for a new modular school extension by the Minister for Education Norma Foley. The news has been confirmed...

Portlaoise College going back in time as they are all set...

Portlaoise College will be hosting their TY musical ‘Back to the 80’s’ when it takes to the stage in the Dunamaise Arts Centre in...

Portlaoise College TY girls eagerly embrace STEM Passport for Inclusion Program

In a significant stride towards promoting inclusivity and diversity in STEM, Transition Year (TY) girls from Portlaoise College have enthusiastically joined the STEM Passport...

‘In a world where you can be anything, be kind’ –...

In observance of Anti-Bullying Week, Portlaoise College orchestrated a series of impactful events to instil a culture of kindness among students. Students were reminded of...

Four Laois schools represented at prestigious BT Young Scientist and Technology...

Four Laois schools were represented as students from all around the country presented their projects at the prestigious BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition...

Four students honoured as Portlaoise College present Modern Foreign Language Scholarships

Portlaoise College has announced the winners of this year's Modern Foreign Language scholarships with four students honoured. Isabel Stafford and Aoibhinn Grundy secured French Language...

College Awareness Week crowned with Trinity School of Distinction Award for...

Portlaoise College recently celebrated College Awareness Week, which was packed with diverse activities, showcasing the school's commitment to fostering a culture of higher education...

Laois student named winner in prestigious all-island poetry speaking competition –...

Portlaoise College Students have been announced among the winners of this year’s Poetry Aloud competition, which challenges second-level students across the country to perform...

Laois Junior Cert students visit Áras an Uachtaráin and meet President...

A group of Junior Cert students from Portlaoise College embarked on a momentous journey to Áras an Uachtaráin recently. They were invited along to witness...

Portlaoise College unveils new soccer jerseys as the girls game continues...

Portlaoise College have launched their new soccer jerseys which are sponsored by Joe Delaney of Boom and Platform Hire LTD and Thomas Carroll, Electrical...

In Pictures: Seismic Activity in Portlaoise College as students commemorate Geography...

First-year students at Portlaoise College commemorated Geography Week recently, showcasing their work in the subject. From first year onwards, students are encouraged to study geography...

Laois student receives Naughton Scholarship worth €20,000

A Laois student has been awarded the prestigious Naughton Scholarship - worth €20,000 - to further his studies. Portlaoise's Zayed Abdelrazak, a past pupil of...

Portlaoise College launch language scholarships with €6,000 funding available

Portlaoise College's annual summer language scholarships were launched by Principal Noel Daly alongside Ms Alex Longiewko, Head of French, Ms Elma Phelan, Head of...

In Pictures: Portlaoise College Meitheal host end of term Halloween party

To round off the end of the first term at Portlaoise College, the new first-year students enjoyed a Halloween disco organised by the enthusiastic...

30 nationalities represented as Portlaoise College celebrates its annual Intercultural Day

Portlaoise College celebrated its annual Intercultural Day on Tuesday, October 17. The event showcased the remarkable diversity of its student body. With over 30 nationalities...

In Pictures: Portlaoise College welcome students and parents to fantastic Open...

Portlaoise College's recent Open Nights saw the Mountrath Road school thronged with eager 6th-class students and their parents. The events showcased the school's commitment to...

Portlaoise College introduces seamless online application process and exciting Open Nights

Portlaoise College has taken a significant step forward in enhancing accessibility and convenience for prospective students by introducing a user-friendly online application process. Speaking ahead...

Portlaoise College start the year with visit from Transmitter

Laois band, Transmitter helped Portlaoise College get the new school year off to a banging start last week. The band, made up of local musicians,...

Portlaoise College wins Trinity Access Programmes: Schools of Distinction, Transformation Award

Portlaoise College has been recognised by Trinity Access Programmes (TAP), Trinity College Dublin, for their ongoing work in creating a college-going culture in their...

Portlaoise College welcome 192 new first year students

The continued growth of Portlaoise College was there for all to see again on Friday as the school opened its doors to another first-year cohort of...

Laois educators collaborate with SETU to enhance teaching and learning

In preparation of the upcoming academic year, staff from Portlaoise College and Portlaoise Institute collaborated with South Eastern Technological University (SETU) to participate in...

Record Leaving Cert results at Portlaoise College as Zayed Abdelrazek achieves...

It was a record breaking day for Portlaoise College as the Leaving Cert results for 2023 were confirmed this morning. The school was awash with...

Donegal native appointed as new Deputy Principal at Laois secondary school

A Donegal native has been appointed as a new Deputy Principal of Portlaoise College secondary school. As we previously reported, Portlaoise Institute’s growth has seen...

Portlaoise College announce two scholarships for incoming First Year students

Portlaoise College has announced the winners of its prestigious 1st Year scholarship, an esteemed award that recognises outstanding academic achievements. The scholarship, valued at over...

Leading Ireland’s Future Together: Portlaoise College happy to be playing their...

At Portlaoise College, Transition Year students are given the opportunity to engage in a vast array of programs to develop skills and qualities in...

Success for Laois at annual ECO-UNESCO Young Environmentalist Awards 2023

A group of young people from Portlaoise College held off stiff opposition from across the country to claim top prize in the Junior Waste...

Laois secondary school recognises 24 years of incredible service from three...

Portlaoise College has recognised and honoured the remarkable contributions and unwavering dedication of three esteemed individuals. These have served on the Parents Council for an...