Parents and Students

Uniform and Appearance

The uniform consists of the following: School pullover and tie, mid-grey trousers, blue shirt, black anorak-type over-jacket and black leather shoes. The full school uniform must be worn each day by pupils. Suppliers include Mikes Menswear, Noels, McGoverns and Gemma’s Fashions, all of whom are located in Limerick city. Sports wear consists of jersey, shorts, boots and socks, gym shoes and clothing for gym.

Daily Routine

Monday and Tuesday the day is divided into nine class periods. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday is divided into eight class periods. All classes are forty-minute periods.

School Hours

Morning: classes start every morning at 8.45am.

Afternoon: 2.25pm to 3.45pm (Monday & Tuesday) or 1.45pm – 3.05pm (Wednesday, Thursday & Friday).

A text is sent each morning to parent(s)/guardian(s) of students who do not scan in.

Breaks

Mid-morning: 10.45am to 11.05am

Lunch: Monday & Tuesday 1.05-1.45pm (seniors) 1.45-2.25pm (juniors)

Wednesday – Friday 12.25-1.05pm (juniors) 1.05-1.45pm (seniors)

Pupils are not normally allowed to leave the school premises during school hours. Those living close to the school may go home for lunch if they apply for and are granted a lunch pass.

Communication with Parents

The school endeavors to keep parents fully informed of their children’s application and progress. Written reports are supplied at Christmas and Summer. Parents are welcome to visit the school by appointment to meet their son’s Subject Teachers, Class Teacher, Year Head, Deputy Principal or Principal. Parent-Teacher meetings are also arranged. A school newsletter is made available to parents.

Supervised Study

Evening study is offered from Monday to Friday during term times. Study commences after school for two hours. A moderate fee per term is charged.

Open Night

Each year we hold an open night for parents and students. This night is designed to inform parents and students of school issues, and to help and advise in choosing Ardscoil Rís. The admissions and enrolment policy is outlined.

Application to Ardscoil Rís

For entry into First Year, Ardscoil Rís is part of the Common Application System which is operated by Limerick City Schools.  Click below for a copy of the Application Form and the Enrolment and Admission Policy of Ardscoil Rís.