Presentation Secondary School Thurles
Residential and day boarding
An Ethos Of Welcome And Care
Do you want your daughter to enjoy the best possible environment for her
secondary education?
Presentation Boarding School, Thurles offers
her a fantastic opportunity in a school which has an outstanding
academic, musical and sporting record.
The ethos of Presentation Boarding School has always been one of welcome and care for each individual boarder entrusted to its care, catering for each students individual gifts, talents and needs. Each boarder is helped to achieve her full potential in a warm, friendly environment, where she feels secure and happy and enjoys a real sense of belonging.
Academic Success
Presentation Secondary School Thurles has an exceptionally high academic record.
An array of extra-curricular activities to suit everyone’s interests and talents is available. Boarders are encouraged and supported to avail of all of these opportunities.
Other Achievements
Sporting Success
All-Ireland champions in Badminton Champions 2025
Munster Senior A Soccer Champions 2025, All Ireland Senior A Soccer Champions 2024
All Ireland U14 and U19 Badminton Finalists 2025, Munster U14 and U19 Badminton Champions
Munster Senior A Camogie Champions 2024
Tipperary Senior A Ladies Football Champions 2024
All-Ireland Senior B Basketball Champions 2019
Musical Success
Annual Musicals are a long school tradition.
National Awards include:
Bord Gáis ‘Best School Musical in Ireland’ for The Lion King 2016 and Billy Elliot 2017
Best of Ireland Musical Awards for The Sound of Music 2024
Debating Success
National Successes in:
Gael Linn Irish Debating
Concern Debating
German Debating
Here is what our past pupils and parents had to say about our school and their experience
PARENT
Aidan O'Brien
PAST BOARDER
Mary Hanafin, Former TD and Ex Minister for Education
PAST BOARDER
Cleo Mina Ronayne
PAST BOARDER
Carmel Kennedy
Facilities For Boarders
As well as good study opportunities, boarders are also encouraged to develop important life skills, such as the ability to live together in harmony, to be accepting and caring for one another, to practise the Gospel values of kindness, forgiveness and generosity.
Like a plant, each boarder is nurtured and encouraged to blossom to her full potential and to become a mature, confident, respectful young woman building life-long friendships along the way.
Sleeping Areas
Sleeping areas for the boarders are designed for calmness, good order and comfort.
Every dormitory contains a number of rooms with 2 beds in each room, while Leaving Cert girls love their single rooms. Each room is bright, comfortable and airy with its own washing facilities and with a shower area attached to each dorm.
Two female supervisors are on duty throughout the night to care for the girls, while security patrols the grounds outside the Boarding School at night. Since a good night’s sleep is essential for the health and wellbeing of the boarders, lights are out for Juniors at 10pm and for Seniors at 11pm. Mobile phones are not allowed in the dorm.
Study Facilities
The Boarding School has one study hall. Each student has her own private study area in it.
Meals
The dedicated kitchen staff provide a variety of delicious, home-cooked meals for breakfast, dinner and supper each day. Snacks are provided after school and after study.
Boarders are encouraged to take fruit to school for the morning break. All nutritional needs are provided for e.g. vegetarian, gluten free and other dietary needs. Mobile phones are not permitted at meal times to encourage conversation and social interaction.
Health and Wellbeing
A Sick Bay is available if a boarder feels unwell during the day. A qualified nurse looks after her and administers medication with the permission of her parent. If necessary and if the parent wishes, the sick child is taken to the local doctor.
In general, boarders are encouraged to lead a healthy lifestyle, to avail of the school’s outstanding sport facilities after school and to take plenty of fresh air and exercise.
Our state of the art sporting facilities are second to none, supporting the students’ physical and mental health..
Management
The Presentation Sisters are the Trustees of the Boarding School. They work with the Board of Management who is responsible for the overall management of the Boarding School.
The Manager, Aisling Kiely, and the Deputy Manager, Marie Byrne, run the Boarding School on a day-to-day basis. Other Boarding Personnel include Day and Night Supervisors, Kitchen Manager and staff, Cleaning and Maintenance Staff.
All of these form a dedicated team which ensures the highest standards of care for our boarders.
Train and Bus Service
Thurles is on the main railway line and is extremely well served with trains to and from Dublin, Cork, Kerry, Clare, Limerick and Galway. Boarders are transported to and from Thurles Train Station.
A private bus service takes boarders to and from Kildare Village via Portlaoise. Buses to other areas can be arranged should the need arise.
Space For Reflection And Prayer
At Presentation Boarding School Thurles, we honour our rich heritage, dating back to 1817. We are dedicated to provide a nurturing environment that supports the holistic growth of each boarder. Our mission is to celebrate the individuality and unique value of each girl, fostering excellence in all aspects of life.
I have made lifelong friends and I have no doubt that the boarding school has been a huge contributor to my success.
Past Pupil Testimonial: Alison Kelly Listen Here
The Pres Boarding Experience has given Clara the solid foundation for Life Skills….
Parent Testimonial: Ann Shanahan Listen Here
It gave Amy great confidence and she went on to enter and win the Miss Limerick competition.
Parent Testimonial: Paul Kerr Listen Here
The structured study side of the pres is really valuable, it gave her great study skills, self-discipline, and taught her independence.
Parent Testimonial: Róisín O'Connell Listen Here
There was space to develop our hobbies but also to develop life-long friendships.
Past Pupil Testimonial: Louise McCormack Listen Here
It was a real home from home, and everyone was so kind and supportive of our development in every area.
Past Pupil Testimonial: Lucy Kennedy Listen Here
The schedule meant that I could be really motivated and efficient in my studies.
Past Pupil Testimonial: Emma Dillon Listen Here
I loved my time at the Pres, I made a ton of great friends and loved the overall structure.
Past Pupil Testimonial: Claire McCormack Listen Here
Management team
Manager: Ms. Aisling Kiely
Deputy Manager: Ms. Marie Byrne
Alumni
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Interested In Enrolling Your Child?
To speak to a member of our Management team call 085 806 2947 or complete the enquiry form.
Our Boarding Registration is now open for the forthcoming school year 2025/2026. Use the attached contact form to get in touch and we will get back to you shortly to answer any questions you may have.
Day Boarding will be available – for further details please contact 085 8062947.