“The academic and sporting curriculum, coupled with the broad range of nationalities and cultures that St. Columba’s boasts, is second to none in Ireland. Without doubt, this unique educational opportunity ensured I was equipped to tackle the wide range of patients, pathologies and techniques I encounter on a daily basis as a surgeon”

“St. Columba’s was great, for so many reasons! The academics, the sports, the extracurricular activities and, of course, the great friendships formed along the way … but it is the qualities of independence, leadership and curiosity that were nurtured in us from a young age that have really stood to me in my role in Innovation for a Fortune 500 company.”

“St. Columba’s offered wonderful variety and space for sport. It provided me with all the tools to become a professional rugby player but also an appreciation for other sports.”

“I spent my formative years at the College and loved the experience. It’s clear the College wants students to succeed, both on an academic and a personal level. Dear prospective pupils: join a team, the choir, put on a play and enjoy the beautiful setting overlooking Dublin. You will learn and make memories for life.”

“During my first two years as a day-boarder, I developed an appetite for sport, drama and other extracurricular activities, to the point where I volunteered to be a boarder so that I could spend more time at the College. I relished the academic work with small classes and attentive, engaging teachers. I was involved in a drama production every single year of my life at the College, which built my confidence and opened up the career that I now have as an advocate.”