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The Student Council gives every pupil a voice in the life and culture of Coláiste Bhaile Chláir — led by the Head Boys and Girls who represent and advocate for the student body throughout the year.

The Head Boys and Girls serve as ambassadors for Coláiste Bhaile Chláir — ensuring the views of all pupils are represented and listened to, from teaching and learning to the welfare of students across the school.

Head Students

Academic Year 2025 / 2026

AJ

Annaliese Jones

Head Girl

HM

Hannah Moran

Head Girl

JC

Joe Canavan

Head Boy

TG

Thomas Grealish

Head Boy

About the Role

Each year the Head Boys and Head Girls are nominated by students at the end of 5th year for selection by teachers and students, and appointed to serve in the following school year.

The Head Boy and Head Girl are responsible for representing the school at events, serving as a positive role model for all students, and sharing pupils’ ideas with the school’s leadership team.

As ambassadors for the school, the Head Girls and Boys ensure that the views of all pupils are represented and listened to — coordinating student voice for a wide range of school issues from teaching and learning to the welfare of students.

Representing the School

Attending and representing CBC at school events, ceremonies and external engagements throughout the year.

Student Voice

Coordinating student voice on a wide range of issues — from teaching and learning to student welfare and school culture.

Role Model

Serving as a positive, visible role model for students of all year groups — embodying the values and spirit of CBC.

Sharing Ideas with Leadership

Acting as a direct channel between the student body and the school’s Senior Leadership Team to ensure pupil perspectives inform decisions.

House System Leadership

Playing a key role in the leadership and development of the school’s House system — fostering healthy competition and community spirit.

School Ambassador

Representing CBC to prospective students, visiting groups and external partners as a proud ambassador for the school community.

Selection Process

1 Nominations by Students

At the end of 5th year, students nominate their peers for the roles of Head Boy and Head Girl for the following academic year.

2 Joint Selection

Nominees are considered and selected by both teachers and students, ensuring the process is collaborative and reflects the views of the whole school community.

3 Appointment & Induction

Appointed Head Boys and Girls take up their roles at the start of the following school year, with a formal handover from the outgoing Head Students.

The Head Boys and Girls have a key role to play in the leadership and development of our House system, helping to build team spirit and a sense of belonging across every year group in the school.