asked Mother Pauline Dunne, Superior General of Loreto, to open a junior and secondary school in Foxrock.

He solved the problem by supporting the roof by two rows of pillars, which were considered to add to the dignity of the building.

However, the annals record that wartime travelling conditions prevented participation in the inter-Loreto sports competitions; so friendly matches were arranged between the local schools.

[citation needed] In the school year 1953–1954, plans were drawn up for the construction of the concert hall and the science room to the front of the building.

[citation needed] A number of these pupils died at very young ages from illnesses, which would now be treated successfully, given advances in medical science.

The first member of the community to die was the well-loved Mother Imelda McInerney who had been in charge of the kindergarten from its opening until her death in 1956 at the age of 37.

[tone] The buildings on campus house the community residence, the secondary school and the Loreto Education office.

The school buildings have been erected on a phased basis in response to educational needs and student population.