St. Mary's
Knockbeg CollegeMuch more than a school, a real community.
Field of Dreams
Pitch Development Sponsorship
Knockbeg College has been at the heart of our community for generations — shaping young people, forging lifelong friendships, and nurturing a proud sporting tradition deeply rooted in GAA values.
We now invite past pupils, local businesses, and GAA supporters to be part of the next chapter through our Pitch Development Project.
Full details can be found in the brochure below.
Latest
news
New Pitch Development
We’re excited to announce the development of our brand new pitches in partnership with Penturf Contractors. Work is scheduled to begin in October 2025. Once complete, the pitches will be ready for use by September 2027, providing top-quality facilities for students and athletes for years to come!
Knockbeg PPU Golf Classic 2025
A huge thanks to all 31 teams who competed. Thanks to Frank Lyons, who did the book, Dermot Drennan,who was the starter, Mick Regan ,who put up the sponsors’ names and took photographs, Chris Conway, who helped with getting teams and Monsignor Brendan Byrne, who...
Congratulations to our Meitheal Leaders!
Congratulations to our Meitheal leaders who were commissioned in Castletown on Thursday June 5th. Frank Flynn Pat Murphy Ryan Murphy Jack Dowling Mark Buggy Oisin McNally Aodhan Bergin Cathal Carroll Conor Twomey Callum Ryan
Knockbeg College celebrates Students Achievements at end of year Awards Ceremony 2025
Parent’s Day began with mass, which was celebrated by Bishop Nulty, Mons. Byrne, and Fr. Dunphy. Michael Regan, Chairperson of the Board of management, John Behan, President of our Past Pupils Union, and Ellie Keenan, Chairperson of the Parents Association were also...
Summer Newsletter 2025
The Summer Newsletter has been released! Check it out below!
Drummin Bog
Written by : Adam Nolan and Ben Keady for the “Young Reporters for the Environment” competition
About
US
Welcome to Knockbeg College. Our website will give you some information about the College and, we hope, a flavour of what life here is like.
Knockbeg College is an all boys, non fee-paying, voluntary Catholic secondary school owned by the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin and approved by the Dept. of Education and Science.
Sports and Extracurricular’s
Gaelic Football
Hurling
Basketball
Athletics
Chess
Knockbeg College has a strong tradition of past pupil involvement, with former students playing an active role in school life long after graduation. Many past pupils have returned to join the teaching staff, continuing the legacy and values of the college in their professional lives. Reunions and alumni events are an important part of maintaining these connections, offering opportunities to reconnect and celebrate shared experiences. Whether it’s through supporting college projects, attending events, or offering guidance to current students, past pupils remain a valued and visible part of the Knockbeg community, reflecting the pride they have in the school and the lasting impact it has had on their lives.
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On-site
Facilities
Our campus is equipped with a range of top-notch facilities to support both the academic and extracurricular life of our students. Including a fully equipped gym, 1 full size Gaelic pitch, 3 training pitches, tennis court, basketball court, 2 computer labs, and a chapel for reflection and gatherings. These facilities ensure that students have access to the resources they need for physical fitness, spiritual growth, and recreational enjoyment.
