The history of the Congregation of the Union of the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary springs from a response to the spirit at a particular time, in a particular culture. Nano Nagle founded the Institute of the Charitable Instruction of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, on Christmas Eve, 1775 in Cork, Ireland.

She was born into a wealthy, catholic family and had the advantage of an education in France, at a time when unjust laws deprived the less advantaged of schooling and education in Ireland. Nano heard the call of God in the cry of the poor, condemned as they were to ignorance, superstition and loss of faith. Conscious of her own weakness, she resisted the call, but after much suffering and heart searching Nano responded. Nano, true to her family's coat of arms,

"NOT WORDS, BUT DEEDS", began her mission among the poor in the "Little School" in Cove Lane, Cork 1754 – 1755....Read more

CONGRATULATIONS!! The pandemic caused by the coronavirus, did not deter the successful beginning of a hopeful academic year 2021 – 2022.The dawn of the fresh term welcomed our new Principal Rev. Sr. Amala Jothi , whose inspirational ideas set the yearly calendar ticking with vigour and efficiency.  We the Columbanites believe that this is the time to not just deal with the current emergency, but also build foundations of resilience to face such difficult events in the future. Let us consider this formidable challenge as an opportunity to learn and must rise to meet this bravely. We shouldn't let the pandemic pin us down. We must remain positive and keep our hopes alive as I believe that " Nothing is predestined. The obstacles of our past can become the gateways that lead to new beginnings."

SPOT LIGHT Farewell to the officiating incharge Mrs Manjula Mariadas