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Abbey
Community College
opened its doors on
September 1st 2000
. The school is an amalgamation of two outstanding educational
institutes, Sacred Heart of Mary Secondary School, Ferrybank, and
Slieverue
Vocational School
. These two institutes have served the
South Kilkenny
area since 1879 and 1953 respectively.
Abbey
Community College
has been established under the trusteeship of the Sacred Heart of
Mary Sisters and the Co. Kilkenny V.E.C. It's educational philosophy
is based on a commitment to life long learning in a Christian
community.
At present
a new building is being constructed on the grounds of the former
convent
Secondary School
in Ferrybank. On completion in November 2001, this 4200 square metre,
state of the art building will cater for 600 students.
Students of
Abbey
Community College
can access a rapidly expanding curriculum from which they may choose
a wide variety of subjects, both practical and academic. Equality of
educational opportunities and access to all subjects are central to
the educational philosophy. The college aspires to serve it's
community by creating an environment in which all are enabled to
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We are part of the Diocese of Ossory.
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Mass
Times:
Saturday Vigil:
7.30 pm
Sunday : 10, 11,
12 am
Daily: 10
am
Sacrament of Baptism:
The sacrament of
Baptism is celebrated each Saturday at 5pm
Sacrament of Confession:
The sacrament of
reconciliation is available each Saturday evening
before the
Vigil Mass. |
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