Admissions
2026 Enrolments:
March 2026 update:
Junior infant places for the September 2026 intake are now filled. A waiting list is in operation for cancellations; if you would like to include your child on this waiting list, please submit an application as per instructions below.
If you wish to enquire about places in other year groups, please email secretary@stcolumbasns.com or telephone 01-8556805.
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Below you will find all the information necessary to make an application including the Annual Admission Notice (outlining the closing date for each segment of the process), our Admission Policy – which is produced in line with the Department of Education guidelines and must be read carefully before completing the application form (carefully noting all instructions provided therein), our 2026 Application form and our Code of Behaviour.
Completed applications will only be accepted during the application period as set out in the Annual Admission Notice above, early submissions will not be processed ahead of time. Applications received after the closing date will be considered late applications and will be dealt with as outlined in our admission policy.
Hard copies of the enrolment pack can be made available for collection from the school, please email secretary@stcolumbas.com requesting same.
2025 academic year enrolments:
Applications for enrolment during this current academic year should be completed using the Application form below and sent, in hard copy, to the Principal with the relevant support documents. Enquiries on availability of places can be made by sending an email to the secretary through the Contact Us page or by phoning the school on 01-8556805.
Other:
To register your interest for admission to the school in subsequent years, pre-registration can be made by downloading the NIE Form below and submitting the completed form by post to the school, or by email to secretary@stcolumbasns.com

