- The school motto, “Lámh foisdineach an uachtar” is Irish for “With the gentle hand foremost”, and serves as a constant reminder of the virtue of gentleness in dealing with others.
- Hockey and rugby are the most successful teams in a high-level sporting programme, including cricket, athletics, netball, fencing, cross country, badminton, tennis and volleyball.
- There are four choirs, several music groups, a drama society and a Christian Union, plus an active cadet contingent and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme.
- A range of trips offer academic enrichment alongside events such as Pi day, national competitions such as maths and chemistry challenges, and a house quiz.
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