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Mullingar Community College has developed a long and illustrious tradition of meeting the educational needs of the student population of the greater Mullingar area.

This tradition has been built from a dedicated desire to give our pupils the best educational experience possible, and to offer them as many opportunties as are available

Over the years we have continued to expand our range of programmes to meet the needs of our changing times. At present we offer a range of seven different programmes. These programmes are designed to give the maximum possible choice to our students while meeting with the needs of the individual. The programmes vary in their content and indeed focus so as to try to engage the student in worthwhile educational development suitable to their personal goals and needs.

Depending on the programme chosen students may use a variety of different learning methods and approaches. This can vary from regular class work and homework, to field trips and associated research or in some cases to setting up a small business.

Whatever the method or approach the student is on a constant learning curve comprised of research, study, investigation, analysis, social skills, interaction with peers, teachers and others, sport and its associated rules and regulations, or just having fun with their classmates. It is all a learning experience from which the student will grow and be enriched.

If you have any queries or concerns relating to these programmes we invite you  to discuss your queries with any of the programme leaders, course tutors or the principal. It is important that your son / daughter follows a programme to suit their individual needs

Leaving Certificate Programme

The growth in Senior Cycle participation rates in the past number of years provides a considerable challenge for all schools. Membership of the E.U., changing work patterns, third level entry requirements and demands, have all made their impact on the need for a suitable range of subjects at Leaving certificate level. Therefore, it is of crucial importance that a broad range of subjects, academic, practical, scientific and technological be made available to students at higher and lower levels. Because of the large number of students taking Leaving Certificate, it is now possible to offer the following subjects: -

  1. Mathematics
  2. Engineering
  3. Gaeilge
  4. Geography
  5. Building Construction
  6. Art
  7. Home Economics
  8. (S & S)
  9. Accounting
  10. Business
  11. Biology
  12. French
  13. English
  14. Music
  15. Technical Drawing
  16. Physics
  17. Agricultural Science
  18. Economics
  19. History
  20. Chemistry


All subjects are taught at Higher and Ordinary levels. Non-examination subjects: Religious Education, Computer Studies, Speech and Drama.

Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme

Mullingar Community College is one of the schools in Co. Westmeath to be given the opportunity of offering the L.C.V.P. restructured programme. The programme is designed to foster in young people a spirit of enterprise, adaptability and initiative developing the communicative, interpersonal, vocational and technological skills.

The main features of the programme are the inclusion of :

  1. An Enterprise Education Module
  2. A Preparation for Work Module
  3. Work Experience Module.


Leaving Certificate Applied Programme


This programme is a distinct, self-contained two-year Leaving Certificate Programme. It is a stage in learners' overall personal development in preparation for all aspects of adult and working life.

It is based on concepts of learning styles, achievement, and excellence that are broader than those of the established Leaving Certificate. It offers learners specific opportunities to prepare for and progress to further education and training.

The Leaving Cert. Applied Programme prepares learners for the demanding transition to adult and working life and recognises talents of all learners. The programme is responsive to aptitudes, abilities, needs and interests. It provides opportunity to develop in terms of responsibility, self-esteem and self-knowledge. It develops communication and decision making skills and helps learners achieve a more independent and enterprising approach to learning and to life. The programme develops enterprise, co-operation, self-confidence, responsibility, creativity and self-appraisal skills. It promotes co-operation between the school and the local community, applies knowledge and skills to the solution of real problems and develops skills of active learning for life-long education.

Junior Certificate Schools Programme

The aim of this programme is to enhance the standard Junior Certificate Examination by rewarding and awarding the participating students with certification outlining their achievements in each of their subjects. The Programme is based on a series of statements divided into specific learning targets. The statements will be presented together with individual references at the end of Junior Cert. year. It is important to note that this J.C.S.P. is not a replacement for the standard Junior Cert. examination in June, it is an extra bonus which ensures that all students will be given recognition for their hard work over the year.

Post Leaving Certificate Business Studies / IT Course

Mullingar Community College offers a one year course for those who wish to pursue a career in the computer / business area.

The aim of the course is to provide participants with the skills, knowledge and attitudes required in today's business world.

Certification is by the

Course Subject Options

  1. Word Processing
  2. Spreadsheets
  3. Data Processing
  4. Computerised Accounts
  5. Desktop Publishing
  6. Keyboard Skills
  7. Presentation Graphics
  8. Information & Comm
  9. The Internet
  10. Business English
  11. Communications
  12. Computational Skills
  13. Accounting
  14. Business French
  15. Tourism Awareness
  16. Office Procedures
  17. Job Preparation
  18. Interview Skills


A National Certificate validated by the NCVA is awarded to participants who complete 8 modules. This award offers graduates an alternative path of progression to third level courses in the Institutes of Technology.

1st Year Subjects

CORE SUBJECTS

  1. English
  2. Irish
  3. Maths
  4. History
  5. Geography
  6. Science
  7. French
  8. Religious Education

OPTION SUBJECTS

  1. Home Economics
  2. Music, Business Studies
  3. Art
  4. Technical Graphics
  5. Materials Technology / Wood
  6. Materials Technology / Metal
  7. Environmental Studies (ESS)

OTHER SUBJECTS ALL STUDENTS TAKE

  1. Physical Education
  2. Civic
  3. Social & Political Education (CSPE)
  4. Social
  5. Personal Health Education (SPHE)
  6. Computers