Laois school announces Entrance Scholarship winners for 2026
The Portlaoise College Scholarships aknowledge oustanding achievement and potential
Portlaoise College has announced the recipients of its Entrance Scholarships for students who will begin First Year at the school this September.
The scholarships have been awarded to Theo O'Sullivan of Portlaoise Educate Together National School and Lavinia Enache of Scoil Bhríde, Portlaoise, recognising their outstanding academic achievement and potential.
Theo is the son of Jane Heffernan and Michael O'Sullivan, while Lavinia is the daughter of Dana Enache and Bogdan Enache.
The annual scholarships are among the highest honours awarded to incoming students and acknowledge the commitment and hard work demonstrated by recipients throughout their primary school years.
Congratulating the award winners, Portlaoise College principal Noel Daly said: "We are delighted to welcome Theo and Lavinia as our Entrance Scholarship recipients for 2026. Both students have shown exceptional dedication and achievement during their time in primary school. We look forward to seeing them continue to thrive as members of the Portlaoise College community."
Mr Daly also acknowledged the support of the students' families and teachers, whose encouragement and guidance helped them achieve this success.
The college extended its congratulations to Theo and Lavinia, their families and the staff and pupils of Portlaoise Educate Together National School and Scoil Bhríde, and wished them every success as they prepare to begin the next stage of their educational journey in September.