What Our Students Say

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  Sophie Kelly

  Hi, I'm Sophie and I graduated from Athboy CS in 2013. I loved my time at ACS because I always felt supported by my teachers. Their dedication and encouragement helped me thrive academically and personally. The friendships I made and the inclusive atmosphere truly enriched my school experience. After ACS, I went to college at Marino Institute of Education and qualified as a Primary School Teacher in 2017. Teaching has always been a passion of mine and brings me immense joy and fulfillment. Since qualifying, I have worked in Navan Educate Together N.S. where I’ve enjoyed creating a nurturing and stimulating environment for my students. In 2019, I went back to college part-time at Dublin Art Therapy College and I am qualifying this year as an Integrative Counsellor and Art Therapist. I've been volunteering in SOSAD in Navan, and currently, I am working with adults, which has been an enriching experience. I hope to complete my Masters in Child and Adult Art Psychotherapy in July 2025. This next step excites me as I aim to combine my love for teaching and my passion for art therapy to make a positive impact on the lives of both children and adults.

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  Una Leonard

  This is actually going to sound cheesy, but I really loved school, I made friends and relationships that I still hold close to me to this day. Really amazing teachers who inspired me to step in the kitchen and follow my passion. Athboy was like another family for me, they really allowed me to find my own path and I wouldn’t be where I am if I wasn’t for my business teacher getting me my first job in a kitchen!

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  Jamie McGrath

  I enjoyed every minute of my time in Athboy Community School. I made great memories and found my best friends there. The support I received in my 5 years in the school gave me a great platform to succeed in my career.

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  Debbie McMahon

  My name is Debbie McMahon, and I graduated from Athboy Community School in 2019. I pursued a degree in Mechanical Engineering at TU Dublin, Bolton Street. The supportive and motivating teachers at Athboy Community School greatly influenced my decision to pursue this career. My time at the school was very enjoyable and provided me with the essential skills and knowledge for this degree. Now, I am a Mechanical Design Engineer at Turmec Engineering, and I credit much of my success to the great start I received at Athboy Community School.