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View our full video Explore site STUDENT LOGIN STAFF LOGIN Explore site Welcome to Virginia College WELCOME TO VIRGINIA COLLEGE Tús Feasa Fiafraí Faithful to our motto, Virginia College is committed to providing quality teaching in a safe and positive learning environment. Whilst fostering academic and personal achievement, we aim to nurture an educational community of informed, responsible and caring for an ever-changing world. View our Principal's welcome DECLARATIONS FROM PAST STUDENTS "Some of the happiest memories I am lucky to have come from my 6 years spent at Virginia College. It is here that my friendships flourished, my confidence grew and my education advanced." - Niamh Sheridan View more Declarations

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Modern Foreign Languages Subject Information The syllabus in French is a communicative one organised around the needs, expectations and interests which pupils bring to the foreign language classroom. through the above, contributing to pupils' overall personal and social development. French as a Leaving Certificate subject aims to bring students closer to fluency in the French language, as well as developing a good knowledge of literature, culture, geography and national history, in order to provide a context for communication. Senior Cycle French builds on the knowledge acquired for the Junior Certificate. 1/3 Department Members Ms Brady Ms Cullen Ms Moynihan Why Study French? This subject may be a requirement for entry to third level and can be used as a third language for entry to a number of courses. See entry requirements for individual colleges. This subject is a useful foundation for students with an interest in studying French at third level, or considering a career in a French speaking environment or country. What kind of Student would French suit? Anyone with an interest in French culture, history, and language. Students who are considering working in France, Canada, the EU or in the area of international relations in the future. Students who can already speak French and want easy points. ​ Recommendations/Tips ​ It is highly advisable that students spend some time in a country where the target language is spoken. Students who have shown an aptitude for French at Junior Certificate level are encouraged to continue with it in Senior Cycle. A third language is an entry requirement of a number of third level colleges and may be a specific requiremnt for certain courses. Always check individual college and course details for current information. Subject Group: Humanities These subjects explore the ways in which humans live and communicate in the world. Human life is examined by looking at our past, our present and into our future. These subjects help people to express themselves clearly and develop their reasoning ability. Career Sectors This subject builds skills and knowledge that are particularly useful for careers in the following Career Sectors: ​ Business Management & Human Resources Government, Politics & EU Education & Teaching Banking & Financial Services Tourism & Hospitality Media, Film & Publishing Sales, Retail & Purchasing Transport & Logistics History, Culture & Languages Subject Information The syllabus in Spanish is a communicative one organised around the needs, expectations and interests which pupils bring to the foreign language classroom. through the above, contributing to pupils' overall personal and social development. Spanish as a Leaving Cert subject aims to bring students closer to fluency in the Spanish language, as well as developing a good knowledge of literature, culture, and geography to provide a context for communication. As the second most widely spoken native language, and most widely studied language on the planet, Spanish has widespread use in international business. It also makes travel to Spain, Mexico, and most of South America more accessible. Department Members Ms Mc Guinness Ms Caffrey What kind of Student would Spanish suit? Anyone with an interest in Spanish culture, history, and language. Students interested in travelling the world. Students who are considering working in Spain (or other Hispanic countries) or international relations in the future. ​ Recommendations/Tips Some schools require all their Leaving Certificate students to take a language. If students have the option to choose whether or not to take a language, they should consider it seriously as it may determine the choices available to them when it comes to applying for college. For example, a third language is a requirement of a number of departments in the NUI colleges -- University College Cork (UCC), University College Dublin (UCD), NUI Galway and NUI Maynooth. The phrase, third language, refers to a language other than English and Irish, which, it is presumed, most students already study. Departments in NUI colleges that require students to have a language include or Arts, Humanties, Law, Social Science, Commerce, Medicine and Health Sciences and some other degrees. A third language is not required for engineering or agriculture in these colleges. Trinity College Dublin (TCD) and the University of Limerick require students to have one language -- either Irish or a modern language, while Dublin City University (DCU) and the Institutes of Technology require students to pass Maths and English or Irish. Subject Group: Humanities These subjects explore the ways in which humans live and communicate in the world. Human life is examined by looking at our past, our present and into our future. These subjects help people to express themselves clearly and develop their reasoning ability. Career Sectors This subject builds skills and knowledge that are particularly useful for careers in the following Career Sectors: ​ Business Management & Human Resources Government, Politics & EU Education & Teaching Banking & Financial Services Tourism & Hospitality Media, Film & Publishing Sales, Retail & Purchasing ​ Language Connect: Career Choice in Modern Foreign Languages

Principal Address Dear Parents/Guardians and Students, I am proud to introduce our school to you and this website will tell you more about the special qualities of our school, the outstanding all-round education that we offer and how we aim to meet the commitment to achieve the best for each student. ​ At Virginia College we are proud of the very broad curriculum we offer, our excellent academic results, outstanding educational facilities, an exceptional array of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities but more importantly our excellent staff and outstanding students. ​ We believe that respect is at the heart of creating a climate for success. To this end we insist on a smart uniform, good behaviour and politeness. In turn this underpins our vision for all students to achieve personal excellence. We are committed to our students and their individual growth and development through empowering them by giving them the skills to achieve personal excellence. Our commitment to them makes the college a happy place to learn and develop. Our students thrive knowing that they are supported in every aspect of their life by dedicated staff. ​ As Principal, I am proud to be part of the Virginia College community, to witness young people enter this school, to support them on their journey and watch them progress as confident, respectful young adults, determined to reach their full potential. I hope they will take the opportunity to follow their dreams and to excel in their chosen career pathway, destined to make a positive contribution to the community. ​ Niall Lynch ​ Principal ​ ​

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Parents Association - Parents' Association Projects < Back to PA Plans are in place to organise the raffle for Virginia College school musical in November 2023. ‘PATI Programme’ – ‘Parenting the Tech - Savvy Child’ is partially funded by the PA. Organised the ‘Uniform Swap’ event. Contributed to ‘Anti-Bullying’ talks. Funded a talk for parents’ and guardians on the role of devices in the life of a teenager, delivered by Richard Hogan. Provided support and prizes for the ‘Virginia College Talent Show’. Presented talks for Parents’ on ‘Open Evening’.