We are looking forward to welcoming all of our students back to Loreto Balbriggan for the beginning of the new school year. Please see our opening arrangements below. Thursday 27th August 1st Years: Welcome &…
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There has been lots happening behind the scenes in Loreto Balbriggan over the summer as we get ready to welcome our students back for the 2026-2027 academic year. Our gym is currently packed with books,…
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Wishing all our 6th Year and 3rd Year students the very best of luck as they begin their Junior and Leaving Certificate exams tomorrow. The entire school community, staff and students alike, is behind them…
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It has been a memorable week of celebration at Loreto Balbriggan as we recognised the achievements, leadership, and contributions of students across all year groups through our Prizegiving and Graduation ceremonies. 1st Year Prizegiving Our…
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On 7th May our Ember team attended their graduation ceremony alongside students from a number of Loreto schools and other schools across the Dublin Diocese. The ceremony was a wonderful celebration of the commitment, leadership,…
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On Monday, 20th April, we were delighted to host a visit from the Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, Thomas Byrne TD. Minister Byrne met with Senior Cycle Politics & Society and Economics…
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The week of the 23rd to the 27th of March marked the celebration of Intercultural Week in the school, a vibrant and engaging programme of activities enjoyed by all. The Polish workshop on Monday was…
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On Friday 20th March, our whole school community came together to support Show Racism the Red Card – Wear Red Day. It was a great opportunity to stand together and show our commitment to respect,…
read moreWelcome to our website. We hope that by exploring the site you will have some sense of the spirit of our great school. Situated directly by the sea, Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan is a Catholic girls’ secondary school. In the spirit of Mary Ward we aim to develop all the abilities of our students in order that they realise their full potential and use their talents for the service of others. We also aim to encourage self-confidence and self-esteem in a happy atmosphere and structured environment. The school community, collaborating together in mutual respect, strives for holistic excellence.
We will be taking applications for places for September 2026 from October 1st. Please click below for all relevant information
Learn MoreLoreto Balbriggan has an active community of past pupils. Please contact the school regarding any notices you wish to post on this webpage regarding reunions/activities/get-togethers etc. and we will be glad to accommodate you.
Learn MoreWe have policy documents on a wide range of matters relating to all aspects of the school. Search our compihensive policies database to find the policy you need.
Situated by the sea, on a campus which boasts facilities second to none, Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan is proud of its reputation as one of the finest schools in the country. We aim to create a happy and safe environment which enriches the life of every student and creates the possibilities for her to reach her full potential. There are carefully developed and monitored systems in place to ensure that each student feels a sense of belonging and wellbeing in the school community.
Students attend from 9.10am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 9.10 to 1.20 on a Wednesday. Students may not be absent from school or leave school early except in the case of illness or with permission obtained from the school. In the case of absence, parents/guardians must, upon their daughter's return to the school, communicate the reasons for her absence, via Compass Chronicle.
