Phoenix Stage School
Thu, Feb 19, 2026
Galway is known for the arts and, as such, provides many opportunities across the county for the youth to get involved in performing arts. Phoenix Stage School is the perfect place to get onto the stage while learning valuable life lessons, performance and dance. It’s more than just a stage school, though; it’s a second home.
Read more ...The history of Father Griffin
Thu, Feb 19, 2026
Born in Galway in 1892 to Thomas Griffin and Mary Kyne, Father Michael Griffin had a very nondescript childhood, attending public school before being ordained in 1917.
Read more ...University of Galway brings engineering to life
Wed, Feb 18, 2026
University of Galway is opening its doors to families of all ages for a free, hands-on event designed to inspire the next generation of engineers and showcase the vital role engineering plays in everyday life.
Read more ...GTI to host Open Day next month
Wed, Feb 18, 2026
Galway Technical Institute's annual Open Day will take place this year on Tuesday, March 3 from 9am to 4pm, providing an opportunity for all prospective learners to view the facilities, speak with staff and students and have any queries addressed on the day.
GTI is a long established and highly regarded provider of Further Education and Training courses. We now live in a time when planning for the future poses greater challenges than ever. People today must be ready to face many career shifts over their working lives. GTI is dedicated to developing its students' knowledge and skillset to prepare them for a complex and ever-changing society.
Read more ...Inaugural recipient of the Maev Creaven Scholarship announced
Thu, Feb 12, 2026
Jescintha George Poruthur has been named the inaugural recipient of the Maev Creaven Scholarship at University of Galway.
Read more ...Schools invited to join Ireland’s Premier Rubik’s Cube Competition and Tricks Day at ATU
Thu, Feb 12, 2026
Galway Community College (GCC), in partnership with Atlantic Technological University (ATU) and Galway City Partnership, is proud to announce an upcoming Rubik’s Cube competition and tricks day. Following the success of the first-ever event of its kind in Ireland, schools nationwide are invited to express their interest in this unique event held at ATU on Friday, March 13.
Read more ...Connolly welcomes positive steps towards new Irish language teacher training Masters at University of Galway
Thu, Feb 12, 2026
An important new post-grad course at the University of Galway, for primary teachers working in Irish language schools, has taken a major step towards gaining approval, according to Fianna Fáil Galway West TD, John Connolly.
Read more ...Level up your career with a Postgraduate degree from ATU
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is inviting prospective students to explore its wide range of postgraduate opportunities with applications open this February for courses starting in September 2026.
Read more ...Register for beginner bodhrán course now
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
Everybody has rhythm, and there is no better time than now to take up a new challenge and learn a new instrument. If you have always wanted to play music but don’t know where to start, or you are already playing bodhrán but don’t know how to take your playing to the next level, now is the time.
Read more ...GRETB hosts 300 principals and deputy principals
Thu, Feb 05, 2026
Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) hosted over 300 principals and deputy principals at the Education Training Board Ireland's annual conference.
Read more ...CAO deadline fast approaching
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Applications to the Central Applications Office (CAO) for the 2026-27 academic year will close this Sunday, February 1.
Read more ...Galway students recognised for antioxidant research project
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Two Coláíste Muire Máthair students have been recognised for their project investigating antioxidant levels in everyday foods and drinks at the SciFest@Teen-Turn event held in Avantor, Dublin.
Read more ...University of Galway law students receive scholarships
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Two University of Galway students have been awarded the RDJ Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships.
Read more ...Make 2026 the year you learn French
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
What if this year you decided to take up a new language, refresh your school French, or even avail of greater job opportunities? Would you like your children to get a head start in French or achieve a H1 in their Junior or Leaving Cert examinations? Then, the French Institute has a course for you.
The French Institute offers classes for all ages and all levels with qualified native French teachers, and are now enrolling for the new term, starting on the week of January 26 for teenagers and children, and February 9 for adults.
Read more ...Pros and Cons of doing Transition Year
Thu, Jan 22, 2026
By Amy Joyce
Following the hustle and bustle of third year and the Junior cycle examinations, TY is an optional year where students can take a break from the classroom and have some fun. But is it worth doing TY, or are students better off going straight to fifth year or Leaving Cert Applied?
University of Galway postgraduate open day showcases over 160 courses
Thu, Jan 22, 2026
University of Galway is inviting prospective students to explore their next academic or professional step at its upcoming Postgraduate Open Day.
Read more ...Happy New Year from the French Institute
Thu, Jan 22, 2026
What if this year you decided to take up a new language, refresh your school French, or even avail of greater job opportunities? Would you like your children to get a head start in French or achieve a H1 in their Junior or Leaving Cert examinations? Then, the French Institute has a course for you.
The French Institute offers classes for all ages and all levels with qualified native French teachers, and are now enrolling for the new term, starting on the week of January 26 for teenagers and children, and February 9 for adults.
Read more ...GRETB to host first-ever Open Day - Further Education and Training (FET)
Thu, Jan 22, 2026
Choosing the right pathway in education or employment is an important decision. To support individuals at every stage of their journey, Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) is bringing all of its Further Education and Training (FET) services together for the first time at a major regional Open Day.
Read more ...Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre TEFL courses 2026
Thu, Jan 22, 2026
Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre is a Department of Education recognised training Institute now in its 39th year of business. It is a quality school with Cambridge Exams Centre recognition, EAQUALS, ACELS/QQI and FETAC accreditation.
The school has just successfully completed reaccreditation with EAQUALS and The International House World Organisation.
Read more ...New special classes for Galway schools
Thu, Jan 15, 2026
Minister for Education Hildegarde Naughton has approved an initial seven new special classes for schools in Galway. This is the first round of approvals, which will take place over the coming weeks.
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