About Us
Our Community
Deansrath Community College opened its doors in 1986 and since then has been at the heart of the community. Operating under the patronage of Dublin & Dún Laoghaire ETB, the College serves all in the local community. We pride ourselves on our open and inclusive school. We believe that given the right opportunities, all can achieve their educational goals. We work hard to ensure that all our students are made welcome and are enabled to reach their full potential.
Principal's Message
At the centre of our school community, a love of learning is fundamental and students are actively encouraged to be the main stakeholders in their own learning with staff encouraging them to reach their full potential and attain the highest standard of academic achievement. Teaching staff are also actively engaged in their own professional development, embracing new methodologies and strategies, ensuring best practice is shared with both students and colleagues.
Deansrath Community College’s key qualities are reflected in the atmosphere of “care and respect for all”.
It is always a joy to meet with past students, who are content, confident and successful in their adult lives, and to know that we shared their journey and played a part in their successes.
All at Deansrath Community College would be delighted to welcome you to our school for a visit, and should you choose this college for the next stage of your child’s journey, you know that their learning and emerging maturity will be nurtured for the duration of their second level education and beyond as we recognise and believe that...
"Education is the Key to Life"
Helen Taylor
College Principal
Deansrath Community College is proudly managed by Dublin and Dún Laoghaire Education and Training Board (DDLETB).
Dublin and Dún Laoghaire Education and Training Board was established in July 2013 through the merger of two Vocational and Education Committees (VECs), County Dublin VEC (established 1930) and Dún Laoghaire VEC. This was followed by the incorporation of three SOLAS (formerly FÁS) Training Centres in Baldoyle, Loughlinstown and Tallaght to DDLETB in January 2014. We have been providing education and supporting learners of all ages for over 90 years and are one of largest of 16 ETBs in Ireland.
We are the proud patrons of Community National Schools (Primary) and Special Schools, Second-level Community Colleges, Further Education Colleges and Training Centres, Adult Education Services, Youthreach, Youth Community Training and Youth and Sports Development Facilities across the Dublin and Dún Laoghaire area.
We have developed an excellent reputation for our provision of inclusive, innovative, high-quality education that meets the needs of the entire community. We provide education through the medium of Irish and English. We pride ourselves on our commitment to Innovation in Education, Special Educational needs, Information Technology in Education, promoting the Arts and allowing every learner to achieve their full potential.
Our vision and values:
Our vision is to actively lead the provision of high-quality education and training.
Our mission is to provide a wide range of education and training programmes, services and supports to children, young people, and adults across the DDLETB region. We put the learner at the heart of everything we do, and we believe that lifelong learning is key to personal development and wellbeing, social inclusion, and economic prosperity.
Our operational values in providing our services are illustrated below:
• Equality: Fairness, respect, and inclusion in the treatment of our learners, stakeholders and staff and a culture where diversity is welcomed and valued.
• Collaboration: Working in partnership with our learners, stakeholders and staff and facilitating the sharing of knowledge, expertise, and skills.
• Innovation: Remaining a leader in the provision of education and training by encouraging new ideas, trying out different approaches and responding to change.
• Professionalism: Courtesy, efficiency, and excellence in our dealings with our learners, stakeholders and staff and working to the highest standards in education and training.
• Integrity: Honesty, transparency and confidentiality and meeting our responsibilities as a provider of lifelong learning in a consistent and ethical fashion.
Our overall aim is to enable our learners to reach their full individual potential and we strive to offer learning experiences which respond to the needs of learners of all ages and abilities. We ensure that guidance and supports are available to our learners to help them attain their learning goals and desired qualifications.
We include transfer and progression options for our learners to maximise their chances of pursuing further education and training and securing employment. We acknowledge the importance of suitable premises and resources for our learners in our commitment to inclusive education. Our learners and employees are part of a wider educational network, where we collaborate and support each other to improve teaching and learning for all.
For full details of our services, schools and centres please visit our website www.ddletb.ie
Our Schools’ Ethos
Our schools are state, co-educational, multi- denominational, inclusive, learner-centred, and community-focused and are underpinned by our five ETB core values of, Excellence in Education, Care, Equality, Community and Respect.
You can learn more about our ETB Ethos on our website https://www.ddletb.ie/ethos/
Child Safeguarding
Child protection is of the utmost importance in our school. In line with the new Child Protection Procedures, the College, under the direction of the Board of Management, has undertaken an assessment of risk and has drawn up a new Child Safeguarding Statement. All information regarding Child Safeguarding can be found under the Policies section on the website.
Well-Being
Being healthy, creative and staying connected with the community are vital for positive development. Deansrath Community College is a Health Promoting School and is continually striving to be a healthy setting for living, learning and working, supporting students’ physical, social, mental and cognitive development. The College maintains a safe and caring environment within the school where a sense of belonging and connectedness is fostered. The College Chaplain and Care Team support all students on their journey through life encouraging them to let their light shine brightly.
During themed weeks students engage with social issues from anti bullying initiatives and mental health awareness to mindfulness and active citizenship. The Student Council, John Paul II Awards and Public Speaking facilitate leadership development.
Teaching and Learning
Teachers at Deansrath Community College are highly motivated and pride themselves on a very high level of teacher student engagement. Teaching practices include profiling of students, individualised student reports, support from the Academic Year Monitor and the most effective teaching and learning methodologies to promote the highest academic standards.
Deansrath Community College offers a comprehensive and varied curriculum which provides students with a range of subjects that meet their needs and builds a solid foundation for career choice in college. Students are encouraged to engage with STEM subjects, Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths and to consider one of the many career opportunities that are opening up in this vital area.
College Facilities and Activities
The school building and campus provides the best possible teaching and learning environment for our school community. Flexible learning spaces, bright, well-equipped specialist classrooms, workshops, kitchens and laboratories, sports hall and sports fields, all-weather astro pitches, library, social spaces for students, all help to build a strong sense of community.
The school building and campus provides the best possible teaching and learning environment for our school community. Flexible learning spaces, bright, well-equipped specialist classrooms, workshops, kitchens and laboratories, sports hall and sports fields, all-weather astro pitches, library, social spaces for students, all help to build a strong sense of community.
Social Media
We have an active and successful social media presence across all platforms: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. We are guided by the strictest and highest principles in our online activity. We aim to promote our wonderful learning community and ensure that we respect data and child protection at all times.
