Gallery – Christian Brothers College Kilkenny

Lousybush Lane: From Hawthorn Hedges to New Homes- Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:50:08 +0000

Our TY Local History students explored Lousybush Lane, a familiar route to CBC that is now undergoing significant transformation as the new Loughmacask neighbourhood takes shape around it.
The lane has a fascinating history hidden in its name. Lousybush comes from the Irish Sceach na Míol, meaning ‘hawthorn of the lice.’ The unusual name preserves a story from the area’s past; records describe Lousybush as a meeting place for beggars on the edge of Kilkenny, linking the lane to the lives of people living on the margins of the city centuries ago.
Students found evidence of a lane in transition: new roads, housing and infrastructure are appearing alongside the older limestone walls, hedgerows and traditional character of the area. Lousybush Lane is planned to become a pedestrian and cycle-only route, retaining its role as an important connection between CBC, the new neighbourhood and the wider city.
Nature provided its own seasonal clues along the way. We found the hawthorn trees laden with red berries, traditionally regarded in Irish folklore as a sign of a cold winter to come. Whether the folklore proves accurate remains to be seen!
The visit provided a fascinating opportunity to see local history unfolding in front of us. From a name rooted in the history of medieval and early modern Kilkenny to a lane now at the heart of a major new development, Lousybush continues to evolve while retaining its place in the landscape and daily life of the city.

Welcome to Our School- Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:25:07 +0000

Welcome to all our 1st Year students who completed their first full day today. We look forward to sharing in your educational journey over the next six years.

Graduation 2026- Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Fri, 22 May 2026 09:45:38 +0000

Congratulations to Leaving Cert Class of 2026. It was a pleasure to celebrate your achievements and contribution to the school at your graduation ceremony last evening. We wish you every success in your upcoming examinations and in your future endeavours. We are very proud of you all.

Hurling Awards 26- Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Fri, 15 May 2026 12:05:36 +0000

Conratulations to the Vincent Morrissey Senior Hurler of the Year 2026, Josh Dowling and to the Sportsperson of the Year 2026, Paddy Lacey who received their awards today. Both of whom were unable to attend Wednesday’s Awards Night as they were involved in the Kilkenny U-20 hurlers, Leinster semi-final victory over Dublin.We wish them both
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Adopt an Artefact: LC History at James Stephens Barracks- Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Fri, 15 May 2026 10:30:27 +0000

Many thanks to Barracks Curator Jim O’Keefe and Derek Feehan for hosting our Leaving Certificate History class at James Stephens Barracks, Kilkenny. Students received a fascinating guided tour of the museum collection before taking part in an ‘Adopt an Artefact’ activity, selecting an object that captured their interest for further research and interpretation. Their completed research work will now be prepared for display in the museum alongside the artefacts themselves, and we are very grateful for this valuable partnership with CBC Kilkenny.
Among the artefacts chosen was a Chauchat light machine gun from the First World War, notorious among soldiers for its awkward handling and tendency to jam in the mud of trench warfare because of its unusual open-sided magazine. Having handled it themselves, students could certainly understand its reputation as one of the most notoriously unwieldy machine guns in military history.
Another popular artefact was a Snider-Enfield breech-loading carbine mechanism. This shortened, lighter version of a standard infantry rifle was described by students as the ultimate Victorian military ‘recycling project’. Rather than manufacture entirely new rifles in the 1860s, the British Army converted thousands of older muzzle-loading muskets using the ingenious hinged breech system designed by Jacob Snider. Students were fascinated to learn how many later found a second life outside the army as shortened poacher’s guns, easily concealed beneath a heavy coat.
The class also examined Victorian officers’ mess cutlery bearing the markings of the 4th Royal Irish Dragoon Guards. These finely decorated silver-plated pieces reflected the highly formal dining culture of British army officers in the 19th century and reminded students that military history is not only about warfare and weaponry, but also about everyday life, identity and social class.
A memorable day of local history, hands-on learning and research, bringing national and international history to life through Kilkenny’s own military heritage.

Awards Night 2026- Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Thu, 14 May 2026 12:55:52 +0000

Congratulations to all our worthy award recipients on what was a fantastic celebration of all that is good in our school at Awards Night 2026. A special thank you to our guest of honour, and graduate of the class of 2003, Mr Hugh Kelly. Hugh is an Associate Vice President of Eli Lilly and Site Head at Eli Lilly’s state of the art facility in Lebanon, Indiana. We were very grateful to Hugh for taking the time to be with us and to all our our student performers and teachers for their contributions on the night.

Transition Year Awards- Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:31 +0000

Congratulations to all our Transition Year students who had their many and varied achievements recognised today at our annual Transition Year Awards ceremony. We are very proud of your hard work and accomplishments this year.

Second Year End Of Year Day Out- Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Wed, 13 May 2026 09:36:15 +0000

What a great day our Second Year students had at Dunmore Adventure Centre yesterday! It was fantastic to see all students working together as a team and helping each other through every activity. I am sure many great friendships and memories were built throughout the day. A huge thank you to all the wonderful staff
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Elephant in the room launch- Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Tue, 12 May 2026 08:05:32 +0000

Last Thursday, our school community officially launched the Elephant in the Room campaign, an important initiative that encourages open conversations around mental health, wellbeing and the challenges that many people may silently carry every day. The campaign reminds us of the importance of speaking up, reaching out and supporting one another, while helping to break down the stigma that can often surround difficult conversations. Through this initiative, we hope to continue building a school community where every student feels seen, heard and supported.
A huge well done and thank you must go to our TY cohort who led this initiative with such care, creativity and dedication. Their hard work and commitment ensured that this campaign was launched in a meaningful and impactful way for our entire school community. We would also like to sincerely thank Ms. Somers along with the 3rd Year and TY Choir, whose beautiful performance on the day added such warmth and reflection to the launch and helped make the occasion so special.
The Elephant in the Room campaign serves as a powerful reminder that no one should ever feel alone in what they are going through and that sometimes the most important thing we can do is start the conversation.

Paris 26 – Pics

CBS Kilkenny — Fri, 08 May 2026 10:15:19 +0000

Game faces on!