Extra-Curricular

Gael Linn

The Irish language holds a special place in UCT, and along with the excellent curricular offering, we enjoy much extra curricular activity as Gaeilge,

Green Schools

The Ursuline has a very active, successful Green School’s committee, a representative from each class meets every Wednesday at lunchtime. Currently

Speech & Drama

Speech & Drama tuition is available with Ms Mary Purcell and students are trained to develop clear, articulate voices and confidence in the presentation

St. Angela’s Academy of Music

Orchestras

The Music Department of the Ursuline Secondary School is proud to facilitate two orchestral ensembles: Intermediate Orchestra, comprised of students from

Public Speaking

The school maintains a proud tradition of Public Speaking and engages with numerous competitions each year in this area, believing that this outlet offers

School Council

Every class in the school is represented on the School Council. They are the student leaders and everyone is given the chance to put themselves forward

Junk Kouture

Junk Kouture is a fashion competition for second level students. This competition requires students to create a wearable outfit from recycled materials.

Drama

Each year, our Transition Year students are afforded the opportunity to stage a drama, which is then enacted as part of the Tipperary Drama Festival in

Gaisce

Gaisce – The President’s Award is a self-development programme for young people between the ages of 15-25, which is proven to enhance confidence

Debating

The school provides huge opportunity for students who are interested in Debating as an extra curricular activity, and has a proud tradition in this area