By Michelle Crean

It was a nervous start for some students as they began their new school journey this week but they soon settled after the huge warm welcome they received.

On Tuesday Killarney Community College welcomed 15 Ukrainian students into their school community. They were immediately integrated into their respective year groups and have appeared to have made a very positive transition into their new environment.

The Student Council organised a collection of stationary and essential materials amongst the current student body in order to make the new students feel immediately part of their new classes and the school community.

"We would like to wish these students a very warm welcome to our school," Principal, Stella Loughnane, told the Killarney Advertiser.

"I am very proud of efforts made by both students and staff to make our new students feel safe and comfortable in their new surroundings. They have made a very encouraging start and have brought great energy and enthusiasm to the school this week."

A number of Ukrainian students also joined St Brendan's College last week where they too were welcomed by staff and fellow students.