Exceptional GCSE Success

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of its students in this year’s GCSE examinations.

An impressive 95% of students achieved at least five A-C grades*, with 87% securing seven A-C grades or more*—a testament to the school’s commitment to academic excellence.

Newly appointed Principal, Mr Stephen Keown, expressed his pride in the results, stating:

“I am honoured to join the Christian Brothers Grammar School and to build upon the strong foundation of excellence already in place. This year, one in five boys achieved five A grades or more, and 98% of students attained A-C grades in both Mathematics and English*. These results reflect the powerful partnership between students, teachers, and parents—one that enables every boy to thrive and succeed. I am excited for the future and confident that every student here has the opportunity to fulfil his ambitions.”

Among the top achievers, ten students earned eight or more A grades, showcasing the exceptional talent and dedication within the school community. Notable performances include:

• Oisín McCullagh – 8 A* and 3 A grades
• Matthew McPhillips – 7 A*, 3 A, and 1 C* grade
• Michael Harbison – 6 A* and 4 A grades
• Oliver O’Neill – 3 A*, 6 A, and 1 B grade
• Finbar Darcy – 2 A*, 7 A, and 1 B grade
• Oliver Barton – 2 A*, 1 Distinction*, 5 A, 1 B, and 1 C* grade
• Peter Conway – 1 A*, 1 Distinction*, 6 A, 1 B, and 1 C* grade
• Oisín Porter – 1 A*, 1 Distinction*, 6 A, 1 B, and 1 C* grade
• Conor Gormley-McGlynn – 1 A*, 7 A, and 2 B grades
• Daniel Mullan – 8 A, 1 B, and 1 C* grade

Recently retired Principal, Mr Foncy McConnell, also praised the students’ accomplishments:

“Once again, I must pay tribute to the diligence and dedication of our students, the exceptional quality of teaching and guidance provided by our staff, and the unwavering support of parents. These results are a reflection of a collaborative effort that continues to uphold the school’s proud tradition of academic excellence.”

3A (or equivalent) or Better

Oisin McCullagh, Matthew McPhillips, Michael Harbison, Oliver O’ Neill, Finbar Darcy, Oliver Barton, Peter Conway, Oísín Porter, Conor Gormley-McGlynn, Daniel Mullan,

Ronan Donnelly, Ryan Baxter, Odhrán Porter, Ryan Peace, Mark Hurst, Charlie McGarvey, Daire Baxter, Eoin Cunningham, Conor McElduff, Gerwyn McGirr, Matthew Doherty,

Nathan McCusker, Colum McSorley, James Shalbinski, Keilith Stewart, Cillian Morgan, Ciarnan Devine, Cormac Grimes, Kieran McDonagh, Ruairi McGuigan, Oran O’ Neill,

Sean Boyle, Joseph Kearney, Sean McCusker, Iarla Quinn, Oran Bowes, Corran Devine, Dárá Dooher, Matthew Hackett and Cahir McCallion.

9A (or equivalent) or Better 

Oisin McCullagh, Matthew McPhillips, Michael Harbison, Oliver O’ Neill and Finbar Darcy.

8A (or equivalent) or Better

Oisin McCullagh, Matthew McPhillips, Michael Harbison, Oliver O’ Neill, Finbar Darcy, Oliver Barton, Peter Conway, Oísín Porter, Conor Gormley-McGlynn and Daniel Mullan.