Independent School · Galway, Ireland
Inspiring Learning.
Building Futures.
A modern educational environment where students thrive academically, socially and personally.
- Established
- 1968Established
- Student–teacher ratio
- 8:1Student–teacher ratio
- Progress to university
- 98%Progress to university
- Clubs & activities
- 40+Clubs & activities
Why Galway Academy
An education built around every child
Four pillars shape daily life at our school — academic ambition matched with genuine care, opportunity and inspiring spaces to learn.
Academic Excellence
A rigorous, inquiry-led curriculum guided by experienced teachers who know every student by name.
Student Wellbeing
Dedicated pastoral care, counselling and a culture of kindness that helps every child feel they belong.
Sports & Activities
From Gaelic games to rowing on the Corrib, 40+ clubs build confidence, teamwork and lifelong friendships.
Modern Facilities
Bright science labs, a digital library, design studios and performance spaces designed for how children learn today.
About Galway Academy
A community where ambition and warmth grow together
Our mission is to help every student discover their potential and the confidence to pursue it — in the classroom, on the pitch and in the world beyond our gates.
We believe a great school is, above all, a great community. Families, teachers and students learn alongside one another in a culture built on respect, curiosity and belonging.
Curiosity
We nurture the questions before the answers — learning that lasts begins with wonder.
Integrity
Honesty, respect and responsibility shape how our students treat one another and the world.
Belonging
Every family is welcomed into a close, supportive community where children feel safe to grow.
Student Life
Where every day brings something new
Beyond the timetable, our students explore, create and lead. Life at Galway Academy is full, varied and unmistakably joyful.
Collaborative learning
A love of reading
Hands-on science
Sport & teamworkPrograms
Pathways for every age and ambition
From a child's first day to their final exams, our programmes grow with your child — academically rich and full of opportunity.
Primary
A nurturing foundation where play, literacy and numeracy spark a lifelong love of learning.
Secondary
A challenging, well-rounded programme preparing students for the Leaving Certificate and beyond.
STEM
Robotics, coding and real-world problem solving in fully equipped science and technology labs.
Arts
Music, drama, visual art and design that give every student a voice and a stage to be heard.
Sports
Gaelic football, hurling, rowing, athletics and more, building fitness, discipline and team spirit.
In Their Words
Trusted by families across Galway
The strongest endorsement of a school comes from the parents and students who live it every day.
“The difference in our daughter has been remarkable. She is confident, curious and genuinely excited to go to school each morning.”
Aoife Ní BhraonáinParent of a Year 5 student “Teachers here see the whole child. My son struggled to find his place until Galway Academy helped him discover a love of science.”
David O’SullivanParent of a Secondary student “I’ve made lifelong friends and found teachers who really believe in me. The robotics club completely changed what I want to do with my life.”
Saoirse WalshSixth Year student
Campus & Facilities
Inspiring spaces designed for how children learn today
Set across landscaped grounds beside the River Corrib, our campus pairs heritage architecture with bright, modern learning environments — every space purposefully built for discovery.
- Digital library & quiet study commons
- Six modern science & technology labs
- Performing arts theatre and music suites
- All-weather pitches and rowing access on the Corrib
- Design & innovation makerspace
- On-site dining with locally sourced meals
Admissions
A simple, supportive path to joining us
We've kept enrolment clear and personal. Four straightforward steps — with our admissions team beside you at every stage.
- 01
Enquire
Tell us about your family and the year group you are interested in. We respond within two working days.
- 02
Visit
Tour the campus, meet our teachers and see our community in action on a personal guided visit.
- 03
Apply
Submit a simple application form. We keep paperwork light so you can focus on the decision.
- 04
Welcome
Receive your offer and join a warm induction programme that settles your child from day one.
See it for yourself. Book a personal visit to Galway Academy.
Walk our grounds, meet our teachers and imagine your child here. We welcome visits throughout the school year.
Contact
We'd love to hear from your family
Have a question or ready to arrange a visit? Send us a message and our admissions team will be in touch within two working days.
- Call us+353 91 555 0123
- Email admissionsadmissions@galwayacademy.ie
- Visit usDistillery Road, Galway, H91 X2K4, Ireland