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Principals welcome historic amalgamation of two Longford schools

Dec 3, 2024 13:32 By Eoghan Murphy
Principals welcome historic amalgamation of two Longford schools
Scoil Mhuire, pictured, in Longford is amalgamating with St Mel's College
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The principals of St Mel's college and Mean Scoil Mhuire in Longford town say the amalgamation of the two schools is hugely positive.

It was announced yesterday evening the two single sex schools will become one co-educational school going forward.

The new school will be known as Coláiste Mel agus Mhuire and will be based on the St Mel's site.

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Principal of St Mel's College, Malachy Flanagan, says the move to co-ed is exciting:

Principal of Mean Scoil Mhuire, Siobhan Cullen, says the move aims to strengthen the education of their students:

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Local Cllr Seamus Butler also welcomed the news:

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