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St Columba's College

2 Ballyphilip Road, Portaferry, BT22 1RB

Secondary · Ages 11–18 · Mixed

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Glastry College, Newtownards

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12.55 km away · Secondary

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12.67 km away · Grammar

Down High School

13.11 km away · Grammar

St Colmcille's High School

13.95 km away · Secondary

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About St Columba's College

St Columba's College is a secondary school in Portaferry, Ards And North Down. The school has around 158 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: 2 Ballyphilip Road, Portaferry, BT22 1RB | More schools in Ards And North Down

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St Columba's College is a secondary school in Portaferry, Ards And North Down (BT22 1RB).

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St Columba's College has around 158 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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