Dublin Road, Portlaoise, Co. Laois.
     

Portlaoise Prison replaced the Old County Jail which was built in 1830. The Education Centre commenced in September 1984. The Centre has a teaching staff of 31 teachers; 11 full- time and 20 part-time. 4 teachers from the National College of Art And Design teach on a part time basis.
    
Head Teacher: Mark Kavanagh

Extra Curricular/Special Achievements:

• Entries and winners in Dunamaise Amateur Art Competition
• Drama Production
• Educational Trust Links
• Art Murals
• New Craft Developments – Slate and patchwork
• Visiting Speakers Programme
• National Prison Art Exhibition in Kilmainham jail
• Visiting Soccer Teams
• Art Exhibition and Auction in Dunamaise Arts Centre
• French and Irish Cultural Weeks

Links to Useful Websites

Irish Prison Education Association
     
European Prison Education Association

Contact Details