Castletroy College Limerick Info Needed

Live at Three

Hi folks I need some info on Castletroy college as I am confused and hearing mixed reports about it...

1) Is it really a middleclass type school? It's prospectus says it'll take anyone regardless of social background, but of course you have to be in the catchment area...

2) there are no fees but is there a voluntary contribution? Do parents feel pressurised to pay it? is transition year expersive?

3) Is the uniform dear? Do they have to buy lots of extra gear?

4) Are there people from mixed ethnic backgrounds there? Are there many people whose first language isn't english?

5) Is it regarded as a school for wealthier people? I heard a rumour that wealthy people buy houses there just so they can send kids to that school, but then I also heard that it's not really that different from other schools, just has a reputation.

Lot of questions there...but any help on any of them would be appreciated.
thanks in advance
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Toto Wolfcastle

As you have posted the same thread in Limerick City I am going to lock this thread. Limerick City is probably more suitable anyway.