About Our School
Why The Green?
Our Ethos
The Ethos of our school is that of Edmund Rice the founder of the Christian Brother’s Schools. Our ethos is one that values and prizes each student as an individual created and blessed by God.
The Green recognizes that each student in our school family has unique talents and gifts to offer to the world around him. The Green seeks to develop each boy’s talents to his highest potential in a caring environment that continuously respects, encourages and affirms his efforts at achieving his own personal goals.
“My grandad, dad, uncles and older brothers went to the Green. There is no other school I would have wanted to go to. If you are a boy then the Green is the place to be.”
-5th Year Student
“Walking the corridors of this fine school you feel you are part of something greater, of developing great minds and nurturing budding intellects. This is an excellent school to be part of.”
-Teacher
Aims
The Green is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in all areas of education. Our aim is to generate and maintain an inclusive climate of learning within which every student is enabled to develop and fulfil his own unique potential.
It is our aim that every student who moves on from The Green will be equipped not only to make his own way in the world, but also to make his particular contribution to society and at the same time to continue his lifelong learning process. The Green aims to foster an atmosphere of respect, understanding and encouragement between all who teach and learn in the school, so that the development and contribution of every individual can be acknowledged and valued, and all can work together to benefit personal growth and the common good.
Consistently over 90%
of our leaving Certificate cohort progress to Third level
— Quote Source
Inspiring Transformational Leadership
School leaders articulate a vision for their school in keeping with the Edmund rice tradition.They inspire minds and hearts, raise critical consciousness and cultivate a strong work ethic coupled with an enterprising spirit.
Transition from Primary
At The Green we are very aware that the transition from primary school to secondary school can be a very daunting step in a young person’s life. We make every effort to ensure that this step is an exciting and positive one.
Each pupil is assigned a base class for the year. Each class has its own tutor, an experienced member of staff whose role it is to look after the well-being of each pupil in that class group.
First Years are designated two Year heads who liaise with parents, students and tutors on a daily basis.
Facilities
In 2012 the new modern architecturally designed school campus was opened. The new building blends seamlessly with the old iconic school building.
In 2012 the new modern architecturally designed school campus was opened. The new building blends seamlessly with the old iconic school building. The Green now hosts some of the best facilities to provide an enhanced modern technology led learning environment for its students as well as providing sports and leisure facilities that meet the highest standards for sports performance.
Achieving the Highest Level in Sport
The Green has produced some of the finest sports people to represent their county, province and country over the years.
Past students have represented their County at Minor and Senior Level in Gaelic Football and Hurling. The School has educated and is home to many All Ireland medal holders and is proud of this tradition. Past students have also represented their clubs in Basketball to National Cup Success. They have also represented their country in rugby at underage level and many have secured places on Provincial Squads. Finally, students also boast national and international medals in Athletics.