Weekends are somewhat less structured, giving Seven day boarders some much needed rest. However, routine is important, and there are activities organised for boarders who wish to take part.
Saturday study from 10am to 12pm is compulsory for 2nd to 6th year and optional for first years and overseas students attend English Language classes. A trip to the local town occupies the afternoon. Boarders can take part in games and leagues organised by Residence Staff over the weekends in soccer, pool, table football. Alternatively, there is a supervised boarders swim on Saturday evening, and a selection of board games available freely in the common room.
On Sunday morning, all boarders attend mass. Once a month, excursions are organised to give boarders an opportunity to see some local and national history and culture. Sample excursions include Cahir Castle, Mitchelstown 7 caves, Kilkenny Castle as well as paintballing, karting, ice-skating and bowling. These fees are charged separately to the reserve account. Costs are kept as low as possible, and we encourage all boarders to go.
8:30am: Rise & Shower
9am: Breakfast for all
10am - 12pm: Study for 2nd, 3rd, 5th & 6th
Cambridge Exam Classes
Computers 4 th year
12:45pm: Lunch
1:15pm: Supervised visit to Clonmel
5pm: Tea
7:30pm: Boarders swim
9pm: Movie in Cinema room
11pm: Lights out
10:30am: Mass for all / Optional study available
12.45: Lunch
1.30pm: Sports and Games
5pm: Tea
8pm: 5 day boarders return
10pm - 11pm: Lights out as per weeknight
* Sunday trips are organised on a monthly basis for Seven day boarders.