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Coláiste Bríde, Enniscorthy is a secondary school located in Co. Wexford, Ireland.

Coláiste Bríde was founded by the Sisters of Mercy. In 1859 the Sisters of Mercy arrived in Enniscorthy to open a Convent to meet the needs of the poor. In 1860 two rooms wre procured and classes for children and adults commenced. Recognising the necessity for training the young, in 1882 a workroom was opened where the Sisters taught knitting, shirt making and kindred crafts. In 1935, a large building for the second level pupils, known as Secondary Top under the direction of Sr. Catherine Bolger was provided. In 1970, the Secondary Top was upgraded to full Secondary status with the opening of phase one of the present Coláiste Bríde. The second phase was opened in 1978. 5. Coláiste Bríde is a Voluntary Catholic Secondary School for girls only, operating under the Trusteeship of CEIST (Catholic Education on Irish Schools). It has many facilities, including a canteen, sports hall, library, science labs, home economics kitchens, IT labs, art rooms, music room, a well-being area and football pitch.

Extra Curricular Activities

 * Sports: Athletics, Basketball, Camogie, Equestrian, Golf, Ladies Football, Soccer
 * Clubs: Book Club, Debating, Junior Choir

Events

 * Every year the school holds a positive mental health week, "I am Worth it"
 * Every year there is a Christmas Carol Service and Christmas Quiz with acting, dancing, and many other entertainment acts, including group performances by the teachers.
 * The school has regular events to promote literacy as part of the Well Read Initiative.