Chanel College, Dublin

Chanel College (Coláiste Chanel) is a Catholic Secondary school in Coolock, Dublin, Ireland. It was originally a school for boys but is now a co-educational school. As of 2026, the principal is Dara Gill, and the school has about 466 students. History The school opened in 1955 with 12 students. It was named after Saint Peter Chanel. The main school building was built in the late 1960s. Chanel College was one of the schools opened by the Marist Fathers in Ireland. Other schools include Catholic University School in Dublin and St. Mary's College, Dundalk. In September 2026, the school became a mixed school for both boys and girls. New classrooms were also added, and subjects like home economics were introduced. Sports facilities In 2012, the school gave some of its sports fields to the nearby Parnells GAA club. The club built a new sports complex with all-weather pitches and training areas. The school can still use these facilities. Some parts of the school land were later sold, and houses were built there. Community involvement The school has taken part in Civic Link since 2001. It has worked with schools in Northern Ireland, including Knockbreda High School in Belfast and Ballycastle High School in County Antrim. Chanel College joined the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship programme in 2006. Co-educational changes In September 2026, Chanel College became a co-educational school. It also introduced Home economics as a new subject alongside a new building & more classrooms. Chanel has said that in the first year of the co-educational changes, there will be around 15 new students. Notable past students Terence Flanagan - Politician Ian Lawlor - Goalkeeper Patrick Joseph McGrath - Bishop Alex White – politician G. V. Wright – politician Chanel College uniforms Normal Uniform Grey trousers Navy Chanel College jumper with school crest Blue shirt Fully black shoes or runners - no coloured stripes/soles/logos, etc. Navy Chanel College jacket with school crest (winter option is available) PE Uniform (This is worn only on PE days): Navy Chanel College tracksuit bottoms with crest Navy Chanel College T-shirt with crest Navy Chanel College ¼ zip PE top Official Chanel College jacket with crest References External links Official website