De La Salle College
Churchtown, Dublin 14
Austin Quirke
It is with great sadness that we learnt of the passing of Mr Austin Quirke. A De La Salle College Churchtown legend!
Austin taught with distinction in the College for many years, a cornerstone of the French and English Departments as well as a leading light for the development of our Transition Year Programme.
Austin was a proud Limerick man and of course a passionate Rugby man, coaching many teams during his years in Churchtown, instilling his passion for the game in those he coached.
Thank you Austin for your many years of service and dedication to the College and to your students.
We express our deepest sympathies to Austin's family at this sad time.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
The hopes and aspirations of Lasallian Education as supported by the Le Chéile Trust, will help ensure that the highest standards of academic excellence are achieved.
De La Salle College is a Co Educational secondary school located in the southern suburb of Churchtown in Dublin, Ireland.
We are part of the Le Chéile Trust which supports the commitment to Catholic Education for the future.
The hopes and aspirations of Lasallian Education as supported by the Le Chéile Trust, will help ensure that the highest standards of academic excellence are achieved.
What our Students say
‘We were blessed to have two sons at De La Salle College. Elliott graduated in 2023 and Zac is currently in 3rd year. We have found the atmosphere, the education and environment of the school to be excellent. Most of all, the teachers and staff: we cannot praise enough how they have interacted with our boys. The generosity of time the teachers give is way beyond what would be expected of any school but in De La Salle this is normal. We can only say a big thank you to all the staff in De La Salle’
Sandrine Nguyen and Brendan Looney – Parents
I did so well in De La Salle College because of the hard work and selflessness of the teachers. They helped me immensely every year and especially in my final year, which I will be eternally grateful for. I will never learn, laugh and enjoy myself more than I did during my time at De La Salle. A fantastic school, filled with fantastic people!
Dane Carroll
Class of 2019
During my time in De La Salle College, with the help and support of the brilliant and determined teachers, I was able to realise my full potential.
Daniel Stroia
Class of 2020
My time in the school has been probably the best six years of my life, where I have made friendships I hope will last for years to come. The school has also helped me develop as a person and a leader, through roles I have held in the school such as a Mentor, Senior Rugby Captain and as a Prefect.
Diarmaid Balfe
Class of 2021
‘De La Salle College provides an environment not just for students to excel academically, but to round the students into confident, competent young adults. The numerous sports and societies offered by the school gives students the opportunity to participate in all aspects of school life. De La Salle has created the ideal environment for all students to reach their full potential which allows students to thrive in their time in the college.’
Jack Campbell
Class of 2023
The Students demonstrated great respect for their teachers and pride in being in the school and of the De La Salle tradition. A strong ethos of care emanates from Senior Management and the overall care of the students is one of the greatest strengths of the school.
Whole School Evaluation Report