Rockwell College Open Day 2025
đź“… Saturday, 20 September 2025 | đź•™ From 10.00am | đź“Ť Rockwell College, Co. Tipperary
We are delighted to invite prospective families to our annual Rockwell College Open Day 2025. This is the perfect opportunity to discover life at one of Ireland’s leading day and boarding schools.
Families can explore our historic campus, meet teachers and students, and learn more about the academic excellence, extracurricular opportunities, and boarding life that define Rockwell College.
✅ No registration required — simply join us on the day.
What to Expect on the Day
From 10.00am, visitors can enjoy a full schedule designed to provide insight into every aspect of Rockwell life:
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Principal’s Address (10.15am) – followed by presentations from senior staff including the Vice Principal, Chaplain, and Head of Physical Education
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Student Experiences – hear directly from current Rockwell students and a special guest speaker
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Campus Tours – guided by students through classrooms, science labs, and specialist facilities
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Golf Buggy Tours – explore the wider grounds and surroundings with ease 🛺
Information Hubs – Personal Q&A with Staff
During Open Day, families can visit a series of information hubs designed to provide direct access to key staff members and the school community. These hubs offer the opportunity for personal Q&A and insights into different aspects of life at Rockwell College.
Areas covered include:
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Athletic Development
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Additional Educational Needs (AEN)
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Music Department
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Parents’ Association Committee
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Teaching and Learning
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Extracurricular Opportunities
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Pastoral Care
This will allow parents and students to explore the areas most relevant to them, ask questions, and learn more about the support and opportunities available at Rockwell.
Activities for Students
While parents attend tours and talks, students can enjoy engaging activities including:
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Sample Classes
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Sports & Games
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Demonstrations and Interactive Workshops
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Comprehensive Campus Tours
All activities are led by Rockwell staff and current students.
Tea, Refreshments & Informal Q&A
The day concludes with tea, light refreshments, and the chance to chat informally with the Principal, teachers, and members of the Rockwell College community.
Considering Boarding?
Our upcoming Taster Night is now fully booked. We’re delighted with the level of interest and would like to thank all families who have registered.
Given the strong demand, we plan to host another Taster Night early in the new year. If you would like to be among the first to hear when registration opens, please email our Residence Manager, Dean Hand, at residence.manager@rockwellcollege.ie and he will keep you updated.
We’re proud to see such enthusiasm for life at Rockwell and look forward to welcoming even more families soon.
For families interested in boarding at secondary level, our Taster Night takes place the evening before (Friday, 19 September 2025). Pupils in 5th and 6th class can stay overnight in the College Residence, enjoy evening activities, and join us for breakfast before Open Day begins.