Clongowes Wood College is the leading boys’ boarding school in Ireland. A Catholic school in the Jesuit tradition, we offer a unique experience for boys from 12 to 18 – a warm and nurturing home from home for 450 students. Boarding mirrors the best of family life – full of laughter, support, and values – while building independence.
- Beautiful Campus – 550 acre campus in the heart of the Co. Kildare countryside
- Opportunities to Grow – a wide range of co-curricular programmes from sport to the arts
- Convenient Location – Just 25 miles from Dublin Airport with direct flight connections
- Full Boarding – All students board in a unique and immersive 7- day boarding experience.
- Friendships – A brotherhood that lasts a lifetime.
Full Boarding – for a Fuller Life
A day in the life of a boarder at Clongowes is packed full from 7am – 10pm. As all boys are full boarders, they enjoy living with their friends and building life-long bonds.
The day is designed to promote positive routines, community spirit and well-rounded development. Follow a student through their day at Clongowes, from breakfast to lights out, to get a sense of what life is really like at our boarding school.
“My son loved his time in Clongowes. He discovered new talents, made lifelong friendships and developed into a well rounded, grounded young man.”
A Dubai based parent
Exemplary Facilities
Each student has the opportunity, support and guidance to help them develop and grow to their full potential. Our facilities are second to none, with on-site golf course, multiple rugby pitches and tennis courts, pool and hydrotherapy, and much much more.
Clongowes is a mobile phone-free learning environment during the day, with the boys getting access to their phones for only 1.5 hours in the evening. Though as parents attest, they often prefer taking part in the many co-curricular activities at Clongowes from sport, to music, drama, debating or just relaxing with friends!
Use our 360 tour to step through Clongowes.
Irish Education and University Entry
Since 1814, Clongowes alumni have been leaders in the area of business, sports, politics and the arts. The Irish equivalent of A-Levels or International Baccalaureate is the Leaving Certificate. It is a globally recognised qualification, recognised and accepted by top universities including US Universities, Russell Group, Oxbridge and more. Our track record of excellent Leaving Certificate results opens the door to leading universities globally for our boys.
We’d Love to Tell you More
Come and visit us and experience Clongowes for yourself. Get in touch to arrange a family visit or call.
