Firhouse Community College is pleased to offer a scholarship and discount scheme for students who wish to attend Irish Summer Courses in the Gaeltacht.
If you are a student interested in attending one of these courses, please contact Mr. Ó Tuathail. For inquiries from parents or guardians, you can reach the school at 01-452 5807.
How to Benefit from Scoláireacht an Chraoibhín:
1. Book your course: Speak to any of your Irish teachers for information on various Gaeltacht courses.
2. Pay the deposit: Pay only the deposit (not the full amount) directly to the Gaeltacht college.
3. Keep proof of booking: You will need to provide this when submitting your scholarship application.
4. Submit the application form: Fill in the application form and return it to Mr. Ó Tuathail before 06/02/2026.
5. Scholarship notification: Mr. Ó Tuathail will inform each student of the scholarship/discount amount by mid-April.
6. Pay the balance: Once notified, pay the remaining course fee minus the scholarship/discount to the Gaeltacht college.
- *Please note:* If you pay the full course fee, you will have to request the scholarship/discount refund directly from the Gaeltacht college.
Late applications will not be accepted.
The following Gaeltacht colleges have offered discounts to our students in recent years, in addition to the scholarships provided by the school:
- Coláiste Sheosaimh (https://www.colaistesheosaimh.com/)
- Coláiste na nOileán (http://colaistenanoilean.ie/)
- Coláiste Cholumba (http://www.colaistecholumba.ie/)
Scholarships are also available for students attending other Gaeltacht Summer Courses, provided the college is located in a Gaeltacht region.
Download the Scholarship Application Form here.
Scoláireacht an C - Gaeilge
Scoláireacht an C - English
For more details, please contact Mr. Ó Tuathail or the school office.