Four boys in blazers, striped ties, and khaki trousers—representing First Year Entry—stand and sit on a staircase, smiling at the camera in a well-lit indoor setting.

First Year Entry

Parents and boys are warmly encouraged to spend time at our campus, getting to know Glenstal, in the 2-3 years prior to their son beginning secondary school.

Boys are very welcome to join one or more of our regular admissions events, that offer the opportunity to spend time at school, to experience classes, meals, sports, the dorms and more.

Private visits to the school, to tour the campus and meet with our Headmaster are also readily available by appointment.

Please enquire at any time for more information, to register for an upcoming event, and to enable us to keep in touch with you about the admissions process.

Upcoming Admissions Events 

Get to Know Glenstal

Join us for the day to try out classes, have lunch in the refectory, tour the dorms and play some music and sports. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Taster Overnight Stay

Join us for a taster stay in Junior House – experience class, after school and evening activities and an overnight stay in our dorms.
Choosing the right educational environment for your son is a precious task. May you receive the guidance you need in the time ahead and discover what is best.

Abbot Columba McCann OSB 

Making an Application

Full Boarding & 5-Day Boarding 

Applications are now being accepted for Full Boarding and 5-Day Boarding for First Year 2026/27 and 2027/28. 

If your son will start First Year in 2028 or beyond, please register your interest, to enable us to keep in touch with you regarding the admissions process. 

Day Boarding 

Applications for day boarding are accepted in the autumn prior to the academic year of entry to the school as set out in our Annual Admissions Notice and in line with the relevant regulations. 

The application window for Day Boarding places for First Year 2026/27 opened on 1 October 2025 and will close on 19 November 2025. 

For future academic years, you may register your interest here, to enable us to keep in touch with you regarding the admissions process. If you have any questions please contact our Admissions team at [email protected] or on 061 621011. Please enquire to find out more about Junior Cycle entry at Second or Third Year.

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