Clubs and Societies Display
September 17, 2025
September started with the first annual society and club display at SGS. An idea first raised by our vibrant Student Council, this inaugural mix of
September started with the first annual society and club display at SGS. An idea first raised by our vibrant Student Council, this inaugural mix of
Big congratulations to Éabha Daffy (6th year), Myrtle Bamber (3rd Year) and Eva Beirne (3rd Year) who have all been selected to represent Connacht at
Congratulations to our Sligo Grammar School U17’s representatives who were a part of last seasons Connacht RDS program and recently were apart of U17 Summer
Over the week, fifth year students had the pleasure of meeting with Dr Zoe Johnston who visited the school to speak with Biology students. Her
A huge congratulations to all our hardworking students from the class of 2025. 5% of our students achieved over 600 points. 96% of our students
Our TY Green Schools Committee have had a very productive year and the whole group should be very proud of their many achievements. Litter and
On Thursday 19th May the class of 2022 celebrated their last day of class. In the morning the sixth years were treated to breakfast in the
This year SGs has been very active in bringing issues around Climate change to the forefront of our minds. The Green Schools and Sustainable Living
On April 1st Sligo Grammar School held a special day-long event to celebrate the wonderful diversity within our school. The day saw activities and events designed
Last week, on Friday 11th March, Sligo Grammar School 2nd Yr Basketball Team won the north West League Semi-Final, beating St Gerald’s College, Castlebar. Sligo Grammar started
September started with the first annual society and club display at SGS. An idea first raised by our vibrant Student Council, this inaugural mix of all our extra-curricular and groups, brought the PE hall to life. Students from all years but particularly first year and new students had the opportunity to chat to various club members and try out activities. Thanks to Dr Tiernan for over seeing the event which was a great success. Club and society notices will be
Big congratulations to Éabha Daffy (6th year), Myrtle Bamber (3rd Year) and Eva Beirne (3rd Year) who have all been selected to represent Connacht at the Girls’ Interprovincial tournament in Garryduff, Cork on the weekend of September 5th – 7th. Éabha Daffy represented at U18 level and has the added distinction of being her squad’s Co-Captain. Myrtle and Eva fly the flag for SGS and U16 level. Lastly, best of luck also to Mr. Graham O’Neill on managerial duty for
Congratulations to our Sligo Grammar School U17’s representatives who were a part of last seasons Connacht RDS program and recently were apart of U17 Summer Program. After a very competitive and compelling end of term game last Sat in Creggs, all players have now been selected to join the Connacht Provincial Talent Squad (PTS) in the coming weeks and months. Well done lads for all your efforts and determination and continue success to you all.
Over the week, fifth year students had the pleasure of meeting with Dr Zoe Johnston who visited the school to speak with Biology students. Her visit was made all the more special as Dr Zoe herself is a past pupil of SGS. She spoke to students about her work at present in Dundee University where she lectures and furthers her work in the field of Reproductive Medicine. Thanks to Dr Johnston for taking the time out of her day to
A huge congratulations to all our hardworking students from the class of 2025. 5% of our students achieved over 600 points. 96% of our students achieved above the national average. We wish you all happiness and contentment in your future lives.
Our TY Green Schools Committee have had a very productive year and the whole group should be very proud of their many achievements. Litter and Waste was the first theme they chose to deal with, and they tried to find ways of eliminating litter and reduce waste output in the school. They organised recycling and general waste bins for the school and tried to instil in our school community a sense of pride and personal responsibility for the issues of
On Thursday 19th May the class of 2022 celebrated their last day of class. In the morning the sixth years were treated to breakfast in the dining hall followed by the now traditional Students/Staff soccer match. This year victory went to the Staff! A game of rounders was also played and, again, the Staff team came out on top. The afternoon saw the obligatory fun-and-games around the school grounds before they went home to get ready for the evening. The class
This year SGs has been very active in bringing issues around Climate change to the forefront of our minds. The Green Schools and Sustainable Living groups in TY have been doing sterling work in this area but so also have the junior years. On Monday 25th April the work continued with first year students, accompanied by TY students, undertaking a “Walk for Water” along the Garavogue River from Sligo town to Doorley Park. The walk was part of a campaign
On April 1st Sligo Grammar School held a special day-long event to celebrate the wonderful diversity within our school. The day saw activities and events designed to highlight and enjoy the diverse cultures within SGS. There were special “international” table quizzes held for the First and Second year students, organised and overseen by Mr Tiearney, ably helped by the TY students. The day was nominated a non-uniform day with whole school encouraged to dress in blue and yellow in support of
Last week, on Friday 11th March, Sligo Grammar School 2nd Yr Basketball Team won the north West League Semi-Final, beating St Gerald’s College, Castlebar. Sligo Grammar started off with an 8-0 lead in the first 3 mins with Jasper Gimena leading the way and Ben O’Connor chipping 5 points off fast break runs. St Geralds gained their composure at the end of the quarter to finish the first quarter down by 8 points. At the start of the second, Sligo Grammar came
Junior girls (U16s) win Connacht Schools Junior Cup for third time in 45 years. Huge congratulations to our U16 girls who won the
Please leave any non perishables or donations in the foyer before 17th of December. Any and all donations are greatly
Sligo Grammar School seniors’ league semi-final took place at home on Friday 21st November. An intensely awaited game for both sides.
Congratulations to Diarmaid O’Connell, captain of Sligo Grammar School, SCT 2024, who played a full game in the back row
Sligo Grammar School was represented recently at the Connacht Schools Swimming Gala in Longford last Sunday. 10 competitive swimmers took
Athletic Ireland. Alastair Sheehan represented the Sligo Grammar School in the 123.ie All-Ireland Schools Combined Events Championships in the national