“We chose Glenstal because of its small class and school size and its excellent academic record. We value the Benedictine ethos of cultivating each student's best and were impressed with the Old Boys we already knew and the students we met when we visited. We believe Glenstal produces fine upstanding gentlemen.”

“We felt that Glenstal would be a kinder and more caring environment than the other schools we visited and that Glenstal would make our son the best possible version of himself rather than just the most successful version.”

"The minute we drove through the gate, we just knew it was right, it's hard to explain but you sense it the minute you arrive. We were struck by the Abbot's words that there's much more to a good education than exams and the curriculum. Achieving academic results is second nature, and they do an excellent job at that, but education here is much more about the person and their unique talents."

"Glenstal Abbey School was a wonderful experience for our son; he matured in an environment that spurs autonomy, responsibility, the value of work and respect of others. He has left Ireland a confident, independent young man with an excellent command of the English language."

"The most substantial benefit of my son’s time in Glenstal Abbey School and Ireland is that he developed greatly and has grown up a lot. He is now more focused on his college objective and more certain of what he wants to do in his life."

"Glenstal Abbey School was hugely beneficial for my son. The groundwork that was done to guide him going forward to his third-level education and the assistance received to help him achieve this was exceptional."