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TY students - wreath making workshop.

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3D Science students of the month

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Ecology Field trip - Dublin Zoo in conjunction with Junk Kouture Final

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Ecology Field trip - Dublin Zoo in conjunction with Junk Kouture Final

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Students had an introduction to several genetics’ concepts through the lens of wildlife and conservation. These concepts are explored through fun, interactive activities for students in a classroom setting, followed by a visit to several of the animal habitats in Dublin Zoo. These students supported Aoife McDermott and Jessica McLaughlin competing in the Junk Kouture final after their trip to Dublin Zoo.

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All 1st year students attended the Water Warriors show, hosted by celebrity scientist Mark the Science Guy, an action-packed experience which featured live experiments, interactive challenges, and hands-on activities, all designed to raise awareness about climate change, marine life, and the protection of our local water environments. Following this, the Loughs Agency brought their Marine Machine to CCS, where all 1st year students had the opportunity to experience a variety of activities, including games and challenges, all designed to teach and inspire students about biodiversity, climate change, and the integral species that inhabit the Foyle and Carlingford Loughs, as well as a VR workshop.

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LC students studying Biology, Chemistry and Physics travelled to Raphoe to compete against students from schools across Donegal in this Senior Science Quiz. The school will participate in this event again next year. The maximum number of teams from CCS took part.

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Nathan McGuinness, Cian Lafferty, Finn Duffy, Aoife McDermott, Jessica McLaughlin presented their projects "Dominant is Prominent" and "From Grave to Stream"

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LC Chemistry students attended the Chemistry at Work Exhibition, Queen's University.

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Students have enjoyed capturing moments and memories of their school activities and events and have expanded their knowledge of digital storytelling

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5th year Polsoc trip to the Dail to bring their learning on chapter 4 to life.

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Practice for Third Year HE mock practicals.

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Metal Tube Roller

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Academic Tracker | Academic Tracking | Athena

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Athena Tracker - academic tracking tool which creates a student’s baseline potential per subject and highlights if they fall below this potential & need support

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All-Island Concern Debate Final, The Helix, Dublin

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Ms. Curran and Ms. Hempenstall’s 6th Year Biology students visited Swan Park to complete their Leaving Certificate Ecology Field Study. The students carried out a variety of ecological investigations and gained valuable hands-on experience.

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Crochet had a very successful year. The girls are continuing work on a beautiful blanket that will be donated to a local hospital on completion. DEIS allowed us to make a visit to the Sproai sewing rooms where the girls were taught by Bernie how to use the machines to make scrunchies and pillow covers. It was a wonderful day; a crafty mix of social interaction , team work, patience and skill building in the world of using textiles to create.

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Open Night 2026

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There wasn't a seat free on Tuesday evening as CCS welcomed First Year pupils and parents/guardians to the Áras for CCS Open Night 2026. HSCL Co-ordinator, Yvonne Doherty hosted the event, and there were performances from the Drama Group and the Senior Choir, before those assembled headed to the Concourse for a walkabout. Treats were enjoyed, games were played, and the subject departments put on a show. There was no shortage of information regarding subject choices, extra-curricular activities, and school life in general. Thanks to all staff, pupils, and visitors who helped make the event a great one. To next year's First Years...see you soon!

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There wasn't a seat free on Tuesday evening as CCS welcomed First Year pupils and parents/guardians to the Áras for CCS Open Night 2026. HSCL Co-ordinator, Yvonne Doherty hosted the event, and there were performances from the Drama Group and the Senior Choir, before those assembled headed to the Concourse for a walkabout.

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Colorful Abstract Portfolio Cover A4 Document

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Door Posters Updated

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More photos posted on CCS Guidance page

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Access to Studyclix and Simple Study for Students

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Access to Studyclix and Simple Study for Students

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Licenses obtained for 6th Year students for Studyclix and full trial given to Simple Study for all 3rd and 6th Year students

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More photos on CCS Guidance Facebook page date 21st Nov

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W 11 LCA Childcare/Community Care Craft Fair

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W 11 LCA Childcare/Community Care Craft Fair

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5 LCA Childcare Community Care - had great fun planning, organising, assembling and selling their beautiful Christmas Box for the annual CCS Christmas Fair

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EA44 - LCA Childcare/Community Task: 'Toy with a Purpose'

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EA44 - LCA Childcare/Community Task: 'Toy with a Purpose'

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As part of their task pupils made a cot mobile suitable for a nursery. Here they used their creativity and developed hand sewing skills. The end products we fantastic - well done !

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W 13 From Farm to Fridge - Milk bar visit

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W 13 From Farm to Fridge - Milk bar visit

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2nd Year Home Economics had a fantastic day visiting 'The Milk Bar' we saw how cows were milked, we learned all about pasteurisation and food hygiene controls and also got to sample some lovely milk products such as their homemade icecream and chocolate smoothies- Yum! We also paid Mc Carrons farm a visit, where we learned about the harvesting crops

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LCA Donate Christmas tree to Columbcille Village Clonmany

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LCA Donate Christmas tree to Columbcille Village Clonmany

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LCA Christmas Craft Fayre 2025

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JCSP & LCA Christmas Craft Fayre 2025

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5th & 6th Year LCA students studying Hotel Catering & Tourism visited the Titanic Experience in Belfast back in September 2025. They really enjoyed this experience & completed a key assignment based on their visit1 :)

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40 students entered the CCS Bake Off 2025. This was a great success with 5 students progressing to the Grand Final. Isla Doherty (1E) won the final.

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EA 17-5th Year History Trip to Derry-Siege Museum, Apprentice Boys Museum, Free Derry Museum, tour of walls

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EA 17-5th Year History Trip to Derry-Siege Museum, Apprentice Boys Museum, Free Derry Museum, tour of walls

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5th Year History students recently enjoyed a powerful and insightful trip to Derry, where they visited the Free Derry Museum, the Siege Museum, the Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall and a walking tour of the city walls.

They spoke with relatives of those who were killed on Bloody Sunday, gaining personal insights into one of the most significant and tragic events of the Troubles. They handled the different types of bullets used during the conflict and hear reports of key historical moments.

Visits to buildings associated with the Siege of Derry and Bloody Sunday offered further context to the city’s divided history and enriched the students’ grasp of its complex heritage.

Students completed surveys before and after the trip where many stated that actually visiting the sites that they learn about in class brought a greater awareness of what happened during key events in the history of Derry. They also believed it was informative to hear the personal stories from relatives who lost family members during the Troubles.

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Some of our 3rd year music students were the first to try out the new glockenspiels in the music department! These instruments are a brilliant way to get involved in performance in the classroom.

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Some of our 3rd year music students making the most of our new percussion instruments. Boomwhackers can be used to play melodies, build chords or add some flare to a percussion performance.

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Some of our music students enjoying a fantastic trip to the cinema to see ‘Wicked’ before the Christmas break!

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 Parent Information Booklet for 6th year Information Evening 

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 Parent Information Booklet for 6th year Information Evening 

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Students from 1C took part in the 2024/2025 MS Readathon. Some of the students who took part are pictured here with their medals and certificates. Well done to all.

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1C enjoying reading their Book in the Bag.

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Our 1st and 2nd year winners

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Our 1st and 2nd year winners

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The CCS Bake Off took place in October & November 2024. 5 finalists progressed to the final where they had to make a Halloween themed cake. Kieran Duey from Nancy's Barn in Ballyliffin very kindly came in to judge the final. Sarah Mc Laughlin (1B) won with her Brain Cake which Kieran described as a "No Brainer". Well done to all involved! :)