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Summary of Admissions Criteria for Year 8
If the number of applicants exceeds the number of available places, the following criteria will be applied in order:
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Residence or Primary School: Priority is given to applicants residing in or attending any primary schools
within the parishes of Magheradroll, Dromara, Drumbo/Carryduff, or for whom St Colman’s is the nearest
suitable school.
Neighbouring Parishes: Applicants from any primary schools or residences in nearby parishes, such as
Annahilt, Drumbeg, Killaney, Killmore, Loughinisland, and Saintfield, or for whom St Colman’s is the
nearest suitable school.
Siblings: Applicants with a sibling currently attending St Colman’s.
Tiebreaker: When necessary, the initial letter(s) of the applicant’s surname (as per the birth certificate) will
determine selection, according to a predetermined order. Further alphabetical criteria and date of birth
may be used if needed.
These criteria are explained in greater detail in the full Admissions Criteria document, available on our website.
We encourage all prospective parents to familiarise themselves with these details to ensure they are fully informed.
At St Colman’s, we strive to provide a fair and transparent admission process, supporting everfamily in their journey to
find the best educational environment for their child.
St Colman’s High & Sixth Form College does not operate a waiting list policy.
APPLICATIONS AND ADMISSIONS TO YEAR 8
Year
Admissions
No
Total Applications
I.e All Preferences
Total Admissions
2023/24
95
101
96
2024/25
95
74
74
2025/26
95
91
88
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