Ulster Tatler Post Primary Guide 2021

ULSTER TATLER’S ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO HELP YOU MAKE THE BEST POST PRIMARY CHOICE FOR YOUR CHILD

Ulster Tatler

POST PRIMARY GUIDE 2021 INSIDE

Campbell College • Rockport • Holywood Steiner School • The Royal Belfast Academical Institution • Grosvenor Grammar School • Victoria College • Wellington College • St Columbanus’ College • Integrated Education Fund • Lagan College • Antrim Grammar • Ashfield Girls’ High School • St Louis Grammar • Sullivan Upper School • St Joesph’s College • Down High School • Saintfield High School • Loreto College • St Louise’s College • Banbridge Academy • St Colman’s College • The High School, Cookstown • Rathdown School • St Columba’s College • Clongowes Wood College • St Mary’s University College • Liverpool John Moore University • Tutortoo

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A MESSAGE FROM EDUCATION MINISTER PETER WEIR

CONTENTS 097 Campbell College 098 Rockport School 100 Holywood Steiner School 103 The Royal Belfast Academical Institution 104 Grosvenor Grammar School 106 Victoria College 108 Wellington College 110 St Columbanus’ College 112 Integrated Education Fund 114 Lagan College 116 Antrim Grammar 117 Ashfield Girls’ High School 118 St Louis Grammar School 120 Sullivan Upper School 121 St Joseph’s College 122 Down High School 123 Saintfield High School 124 Loreto College 125 St Louise’s College 126 Banbridge Academy 127 St Colman’s College 128 The High School, Cookstown Irish Boarding Schools 129 Rathdown School 130 St Columba’s College 132 Clongowes Wood College Universities 134 St Mary’s University College 135 Liverpool John Moores University Tutoring 136 Tutortoo

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very year children face the exciting prospect of moving from primary school to ‘big school’. I clearly remember my sense of excitement and anticipation at the prospect of leaving the friendly and familiar surroundings of my first school.

The move to secondary education is a huge step and the decisions about where children decide to continue their education will shape the rest of their lives.

In Northern Ireland we have excellent post primary schools and it is important to take time to select the school that best meets your needs.

The impact of Covid-19 has affected all areas of our lives and this year has been particularly difficult for teachers, pupils and parents all across Northern Ireland. I commend them all for their determination, professionalism and support for enabling our children to continue their education in the classroom in an environment where they can feel nurtured and safe.

The pandemic has impacted many aspects of educational life. Many children in Northern Ireland are undertaking one or both transfer tests this month. This will be followed by the anxious wait to see if they

“I AM PROUD OF OUR REPUTATION AS A REGION THAT OFFERS A FIRSTCLASS EDUCATION SYSTEM THAT PLACES NI VERY FIRMLY ON THE INTERNATIONAL STAGE.” have been successful in gaining entry into the school of their choice and I wish them all well.

For my part, I support the right of those schools who select on the basis of academic ability and those that don’t.

Every child should have the opportunity to go to the school of their preference, regardless of background, postcode, social group, religion or ethnicity.

I want to pay tribute to the excellent work being done in all of our postprimary schools to offer fantastic learning opportunities and excellent pathways for our young people. There is no doubt of the significant contribution they will make in the future to the social and economic prosperity of Northern Ireland and beyond.

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I am proud of our reputation as a region that offers a first-class education system that places Northern Ireland very firmly on the international stage. My aspiration is that each and every young person is nurtured and encouraged to realise their full potential and progress to further education and employment, both here and further afield.

As Education Minister I want children to experience an education that builds belief in themselves and their ability to achieve their dreams. I believe that the world really can be their oyster.

Peter Weir Education Minister

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“Parents and students can expect to become part of a school community which feels like an extended family set in a beautiful and tranquil environment.” started to read about over recent years. I have friends in America whose children attend Steiner schools and as I was becoming more frustrated with the mainstream curriculum, I started to look beyond it for the answers.

Peter Chambers, Headteacher, Holywood Steiner School

The model focuses on the cultivation of children’s imagination and creativity instilling in them a curiosity to learn. As it is responsive to the individual child, teachers have a greater level of autonomy in curriculum content, with qualitative assessments part of daily life and quantitative assessments kept to a minimum.

Holywood Steiner School welcomes a new Headteacher Holywood Steiner School is embarking on an exciting period of development.

With growing school numbers and a waiting list for their preschool the Board of Trustees and Staff are preparing the school for an exciting and vibrant future.

We caught up with newly appointed Headteacher Peter Chambers for a chat.

You are the new Headteacher at the Holywood Steiner School. All of your previous experience has been in mainstream education. Can you tell us what inspired you to make the move?

I have spent the last fourteen years of my educational journey at a co-educational, post primary, selective Grammar School in Belfast and recently made the move to Steiner, only taking up post in November 2020.

I saw a unique opportunity for a transformational leader to positively underpin the school, its approach and its ethos. I was inspired by the ambition the school have set out in their School Development Plan ‘Strategy 2025’, a truly dynamic, energetic and inspiring approach to the delivery of education.

The Waldorf curriculum followed by us here at the Steiner school, is an area of education which I had

As the newly appointed Headteacher of Holywood Steiner School I am privileged to have the opportunity to bring this child centred approach to a wider audience, to build awareness of all that is wonderful about the Waldorf curriculum and our school. I am looking forward to meeting with and providing parents with the knowledge that there is an alternative to the mainstream, one that will provide their child with the skills and tools to progress in life. Our independent school provides a rich, diverse and integrated education, where cooperation takes priority over competition.

Tell us a bit about the history of the school?

Our school was founded in 1975 and is situated on a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Holywood. Since opening our doors we have been a Co-Educational, Independent and probably the first ‘integrated’ school in Northern Ireland, welcoming students from ages 3-17. We are part of the world’s largest independent school network, with over 1400 schools spanning across 75 countries. There are currently 29 Steiner schools in the UK and 4 Steiner schools in Ireland, we are the only one in the north.

What can parents and students expect from a Waldorf education?

At Holywood Steiner School we offer a unique education that develops the whole child. Our students are nurtured to make a difference to society with learning programmes that develop them and make clear connections between the Waldorf philosophy and improving people’s lives.

Parents and students can expect to become part of a school community which feels like an extended

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If you If you wish wish to fi tond find outout more more about about Holywood Holywood Steiner Steiner School School please please visit visit holywood-steiner.co.uk. holywood-steiner.co.uk.

To arrange To arrange an an appointment appointment to speak to speak with with Headteacher Headteacher Peter Peter Chambers Chambers please please email email info@holywood-steiner.co.uk info@holywood-steiner.co.uk

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As educators of boys for over 200 years, Inst prides itself on knowing what matters to boys and their parents: academic excellence, co-curricular opportunities and most of all, the individual. In our two centuries we have created a supportive extended family of pupils, staff and alumni. At Inst, your son’s school experience will be built on a foundation of academic excellence and the highest level of pastoral care. He will grow through an extensive well-being programme, coupled with a personalised curriculum pathway and access to an extensive range of co-curricular activities. We will teach him how to strengthen his well-being and nurture empathy for others, whilst also developing his resilience. Inst continues to evolve, providing our pupils with bespoke opportunities and state of the art facilities.

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GROSVENOR GRAMMAR SCHOOL, BELFAST

RELATIONSHIPS - RESPECT - RESPONSIBILITY

Grosvenor Grammar School is located in the Castlereagh area of East Belfast and benefits from fantastic, modern facilities.

Happiness breeds success in Grosvenor and everyone is encouraged to get involved in the School community.

For the past 75 years, the School has upheld a proud tradition of providing a high-quality education to all of its pupils, enabling them to participate in a superb range of curricular and extracurricular activities.

The school ethos is underpinned by the three values of Relationships, Respect and Responsibility. Pupils are welcomed into the Grosvenor family and the dedicated staff members work hard to ensure that pupils feel supported and encouraged at every stage of their educational pathway.

At Grosvenor, the pupils consistently achieve outstanding examination results at GCSE and A Level. The School prides itself on providing a caring and supportive learning environment in which all are

inspired to achieve high standards and to become tolerant and confident adults.

Music and drama have always been two of our most successful extra-curricular fields and events such as the Carol Service, Spring Concert and annual School Production have provided the perfect opportunity for Grosvenor pupils to showcase their amazing talent.

In sport, Grosvenor pupils have enjoyed fantastic success in a plethora of team and individual disciplines, while the pupils have also benefitted from many sporting and educational trips to such varying destinations as Spain, Germany, France, Portugal and Poland in recent years.

The Grosvenor pupil experience in 2020 has had to be a little different to what has been customary in previous years, yet all members of its teaching and support staff have pulled together to ensure minimum disruption to pupils’ learning; continuing to provide the highest standard of education for all, be it through remote, blended or traditional classroom teaching methods.

Dr Vasey, Principal.

Further information is available on the School website www.grosvenorgrammarschool.org.uk where, amongst other things, you will be able to enjoy our 2020/21 promotional video and virtual tour.

For more information contact:  Grosvenor Grammar School, Marina Park, Belfast, BT5 6BA Tel: 028 9070 2777, Fax: 028 9097 7019 Email: info@grosvenor.belfast.ni.sch.uk, www.grosvenorgrammarschool.org.uk Twitter: @GrosvenorGS PAGE 105

VICTORIA COLLEGE BELFAST YOU AN EXCEPTIONAL SCHOOL IN SOUTH BELFAST INSPIRING EACH PUPIL TO REALISE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL Victoria College is a leading non-denominational school that provides an outstanding and rounded educational experience.

The College is conveniently located between the Lisburn and Malone Roads, close to town and country bus routes and the local railway network; hence pupils travel from a wide catchment area to avail of the high quality teaching and learning.

The school takes pride in its strong record of academic achievement, sporting success and outstanding pastoral care. Pupils are inspired, supported and challenged to reach their full potential and achieve their aspirational goals.

The personalised learning needs of each pupil are met through a broad and balanced curriculum allowing each individual pupil to blossom, whilst enjoying the freedom to explore fully all the educational and cultural opportunities available.

“An exceptional school that provides high quality education.

Staff members show real care, dedication and display a high level of professionalism to ensure that the College provides a safe, secure and challenging environment for students to learn and grow academically, emotionally and personally.” Inclusion and Quality - Mark Assessor

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Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) is an integral part of the school experience and across the Key Stages pupils are engaged in innovative programmes.

Pupils may also avail of a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities allowing them to develop the knowledge, skills, values, attitudes and dispositions which prepare them for success in work and in life.

In sports pupils represent Ulster and Northern Ireland at local, national and international levels and in school they can enjoy an exciting range of activities from athletics, gymnastics, hockey, netball, squash and tennis to swimming, trampolining, rugby, camogie, Gaelic games, golf, dance and equestrian events.

The College boosts a modern sports hall on campus and the PE Department also benefits from access to facilities at the nearby Queen’s University Belfast and Stranmillis.

“Pupils benefit significantly from the opportunities provided for participation in an extensive range of sporting, cultural and other additional enrichment activities, which further develop their personal and social skills.”

- ETI Music, theatre, languages, art and humanities are real strengths within the school as is the STEAM agenda.

The educational experience for both pupils and staff is enhanced through partnerships with schools at home and abroad and through a wide range of educational trips and visits each year, further augmenting the international dimension that permeates the school.

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Pupils have many opportunities to demonstrate their musical skills.

The annual Musical allows pupils to shine both front of House and backstage.

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WELLINGTON COLLEGE

ENGAGE - EDUCATE - EMPOWER Wellington College is a co-educational grammar school situated in one of Belfast’s most attractive and accessible locations.

The College is close to main arterial routes into and out of Belfast and its pupils benefit from dedicated transport services.

Accommodated in first class buildings, Wellington College offers superior facilities including sophisticated practice and recording rooms in the music department, state-of-the-art ICT facilities, a Lecture Theatre, fitness suite, tennis courts, sports hall and astro turf pitch.

Wellington College has a well deserved reputation as a caring school with a strong pastoral and academic ethos. The College emphasises individual fulfilment and the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of education and holds high expectations of all pupils in terms of behaviour and school work. It aims to empower young people to achieve the best results of which they are capable. Whilst academic success remains a priority at Wellington College, it believes that all students should benefit from a broad range of extra curricular opportunities.

At Wellington pupils are expected to take part in the full, rich and diverse life of the College. In music, pupils can join one of the choirs or singing groups, the concert band, orchestra or one of the many instrumental ensembles. In sport they can participate in hockey, rugby, football, netball, athletics, badminton, tennis and golf to name but a few. Other opportunities for extra curricular

Year 8 enjoying their Team Building day at Crawfordsburn.

success include debating/public speaking, ICT club, Art club, Science club, Astronomy club, Chess club, the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, Scripture Union, the various College magazines and the annual Kids Literature Quiz which Wellington hosts each year. In addition the College puts on a musical performance each year which allows a huge number of pupils to take part both on stage and backstage.

Wellington College wants every pupil’s experience to be exciting and inspirational.

It takes every opportunity to broaden horizons and place learning in context.

Pupils take part in trips, visits and courses in a range of local, national and international settings including sporting trips to Italy, language trips to France and Spain and the annual ski trip. The College believes that to prepare all pupils for the challenges they face in the future, its job is to present them with as many different situations as possible in which they can adapt, compete and develop into successful citizens of the future.

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For more information contact: Wellington College Belfast 18 Carolan Road, Belfast, BT7 3HE Telephone 028 9064 2539 or take a look at our website at www.wellingtoncollegebelfast.org

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ST COLUMBANUS’ COLLEGE, BANGOR

A SCHOOL FOR THE WHOLE COMMUNITY

St Columbanus’ College is a wellestablished and very successful 11-19, all-ability, co-educational, Catholic College located on Ballymaconnell Road, Bangor.

We are proud that our school attracts people of all religious denominations and is a community where diverse beliefs and cultures fuse together to form a vibrant college where the academic, pastoral and spiritual growth of our students are valued equally.

At the school’s core are the values of equality and inclusion, providing individual

support and learning to all pupils, from the highest academic achiever to the child who needs more focused support and encouragement.

All children are welcome within the College both by their peers and by highly motivated teaching staff who uphold a pastoral care system which ETI have determined to be outstanding. When you combine passionate and caring staff with a highly effective pastoral structure, you get a community designed to ensure that all children are included and equally

valued. From the minute you start at St Columbanus’ College, you will be cared for by staff in a close-knit, caring environment, with student services and support focused on the individual needs of our children.

We have been described as “a happy school with a can-do attitude”. It is our belief that happy and contented children working in a climate of co-operation and high expectation will achieve their full potential. The College works successfully in partnership with families to promote the successful development of their children. It is a school that is firmly committed to the communities it serves, thriving at the heart of the Bangor and Ards area parishes and community life. The aim of St Columbanus’ College is to provide every child with academic knowledge and skills with a culture of challenge and success whilst maintaining an equal focus on their moral, physical, spiritual, emotional and social well-being.

Our academic success speaks for itself.

In August 2020 we had another outstanding set of GCSE and A Level results.

93% of our pupils achieved at least 5 A*C grades at GCSE level, 69% achieved 5 GCSEs including english and maths.

At ‘A Level’, 65% of our pupils achieved 3 A*-C grades, 98% achieved 2 A*-C grades and 100% achieved 2 A*-E grades.

In all of the indicators used by authorities to measure academic performance, our College performed at levels well above the national average.

As a Catholic, co-educational, 11 -19 College, we strive to achieve success in a happy and hard-working environment. This success is evident in many ways, including our outstanding results.

The College is proud to be a strong Catholic College firmly rooted in Christian teaching and principles. We welcome children of any faith, or none, and we pride ourselves on inclusion and acceptance according to the teachings and values of the gospel. The College’s ethos encourages young people to “Live with God’s Law in their Heart”, to have love and respect for one another and to display the values of honesty, integrity, respect and hard work in all that they do. St Columbanus’ College is committed to providing every pupil with an education for life.

For more information contact: St Columbanus’ College, Ballymaconnell Road, Bangor BT20 5PU Tel: 028 9127 0927 Email: info@stcolumbanuscollege.bangor.ni.sch.uk Web: www.stcolumbanus.org.uk Twitter: @StColumbanusCol Facebook: @StColumbanusCollege PAGE 111

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PARENTS SAY YES TO ‘INTEGRATE MY SCHOOL’

Integrated education brings together pupils, staff and governors from both the Protestant and Catholic traditions in the same school. The integrated school provides a learning environment where children and young people from these traditions, as well as those of other faiths and none, can learn with, from and about each other in the classroom every day.

There is a strong focus on an anti-bias approach to teaching and learning. Parents have more representation on integrated schools’ Boards of Governors, and the promotion of equity and good relations extends to everyone in the school and to their families.

Research, through opinion polls and detailed community conversations, has shown solid support from parents for integrated education. Demand exceeds current provision, so how can parents access integrated education for their child if there isn’t an integrated school close by, or if the local integrated school is oversubscribed? 2019 Good Relations Indicators have shown that 21% of firstchoice applications to integrated colleges cannot be accommodated because of the popularity of a number of these schools.

One possibility is to bring integration to your local school. Parents are leading the way in encouraging the growth of integrated education by voting for their child’s school to become integrated. A website called www.integratemyschool. com provides an opportunity for parents to register - confidentially - support for their child’s school taking this path.

When enough parents register for their school to become integrated then the conversations about moving forward can begin. If the parents of at least 20% of pupils at a school register, then the school will start to formally explore the possibility of becoming integrated through a legal process called “Transformation”. The Integrate My School website also offers a way for school principals and leaders PAGE 112

to assess the appetite among parents for developing an integrated ethos.

Of the 65 integrated schools in NI, more than a third of these – 20 primaries and five colleges – have developed to become integrated through this process of Transformation. Some schools which have Transformed to become integrated are among the fastest-growing schools in Northern Ireland.

Since February 2019, eight schools have held successful parental ballots in favour of becoming integrated, with others planning to do the same soon. Parents in three Catholic Maintained schools voted for integration in 2019: • St Mary’s High School in County Fermanagh, 100% in favour • Ballyhackett Primary School near Castlerock, 100% in favour • Seaview Primary School in Glenarm, 95% in favour In addition, four Controlled schools voted for integration in 2019: • Bangor Central Nursery School, 97% in favour • Brefne Nursery School in North Belfast, 92% in favour • Carrickfergus Central Primary School, 86% in favour • Harding Memorial Primary School in East Belfast, 87% in favour In February 2020, Glengormley High School also held a successful ballot of their parents, with 71% of parents voting in favour of the school becoming integrated, and have already seen their school grow since this proposal.

You can join this movement by registering your support on www.integratemyschool. com. If you would like to find out more information, please contact Jill Caskey at the Integrated Education Fund (IEF) by phoning 028 9069 4099 or by emailing jill@ ief.org.uk

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A SCHOOL FOR ALL CHILDREN AT LAGAN COLLEGE

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LAGAN COLLEGE, BELFAST

NORTHERN IRELAND’S FUTURE As Northern Ireland’s first planned integrated school, Lagan College is very proud to be a co-educational 11-18, all ability school that meets the learning style of all children within the same family. We celebrate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of children from over 50 feeder primary schools, city and countryside wide.

We are committed to academic excellence and helping each child to reach their learning potential. We value the uniqueness of each young person and offer high quality pastoral care, as well as creating and promoting a strong integrated and inclusive ethos based on core Christian values of respect, equality, reconciliation and service. We are fortunate to reside on a National Trust site of natural beauty and have achieved 5 Eco Awards as well as holding the accolades of being an international, ‘Cross of Nails’ School, ‘Rights Respecting’ Community and an ICT Award winning learning hub.

Learning and developing together is at the heart of what we do. We enjoy having fun in class, on the sports fields or by being dramatic, musical and artistic! We celebrate effort, achievements and diversity and we offer a diverse range of courses designed to appeal to all styles of learner, our students can choose from 44 GCSEs and 25 A level courses. We also provide a range of learning opportunities and educational visits beyond the classroom as well as offering over 40 different extra-curricular clubs.

We passionately believe we have something to offer every child and focus on their strengths, interests and talents, be that in music, drama, coding or those who enjoy public speaking, debate and STEM innovation with the ultimate goal of nurturing important personal qualities of self- belief, confidence and happiness in our students.

We are winners of the JJ Riley Cup for Gaelic and All Ireland Basketball. We are the Northern Ireland Hockey Champions and often win the North Down Football Cup, in all leagues. Whilst we work hard and play as a united team, individually many

of our young men and women represent Ulster in Rugby, Gaelic and Athletics and Northern Ireland in Netball, Football, Dance and Tennis, to name but a few sporting disciplines!

In September 2021 we will be celebrating our 40th Anniversary and we continue to look forward to a positive future supporting more children to learn and grow together.

Lagan College is proud to play its part in peace building as an intentionally, integrated, inclusive and all ability school in Northern Ireland.

By mid-January, families can access a copy of our Online Prospectus, enjoy an Online Virtual Tour and listen to a Welcome Address by the Principal.

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT SCHOOL Having a lot of options can be very confusing when it comes to picking a suitable school for your child. In rural areas, families may have limited schools to consider whereas urban areas can leave your head spinning from all the options available. Below are some tips to help you with the decision making process.

Do you research Arm yourself with information on all the types of schools you are interested in.

School websites and The Ulster Tatler Schools Guide will give you lots of useful details about each of their aims and expectations of pupils.

Character Every pupil is different and there is a school out there to suit each individual’s needs.

Have a think about whether your child would do best at a same sex school or if co-ed would be important to you and them. Being educated with pupils from all backgrounds might be high up in your priorities. The feepaying sector may suit your needs better to allow for smaller classes.

Extra Curricular Do some research into the creative outlets and extra curricular activities available at the schools you have in mind. Schools can offer so much more than just exam results and it is important to think about the kind of extra activities your child may enjoy too.

Virtual visits Normally, visiting a school in person would allow you to get a proper feel for it but unfortunately we are having to do things very differently this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

A lot of schools are providing virtual online visits to allow parents and children to see as much of the school as possible.

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Talk to others If possible, talk to as many people as you can about the schools you have in mind.

There is nothing as valuable as first hand experience and word of mouth.

Ashfield Girls’ High School “Each different. Each talented. All valued.”

VIRTUAL OPEN EVENING

As an all-ability learning community, we challenge and support our pupils to excel in their academic studies; to develop sector prescribed standards through vocational qualifications; to participate in the varied cross-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities through the Extended Schools Programme and to fully embrace a wealth of pupil leadership roles.

Our GCSE and A-Level examination results are a continued source of great pride, which reflect positively on the challenging and supportive learning environment. One of the strengths underpinning our excellent results is our pastoral care provision, we care. All form tutors and class teachers work diligently with our pupils to support their individual aspirations and expectations.

We are fully committed to further developing our pupils’ individual curiosity, creativity and love of learning. As a learning community built by learning leaders, we focus on providing a broad and balanced curriculum that builds the knowledge and skills essential for success in a continuously changing and technologically advancing global economy.

Our school motto is “Each different. Each talented.

All valued.” We are proud to see our pupils leave Ashfield Girls’ High School as independent, confident and articulate young women ready to embark on their chosen career pathway.

On Friday 12th February 2021 our virtual Open Night will go live. The virtual Open Night can be found on our website www.ashfieldgirls.org Having viewed our virtual Open Night, if you have any further queries please forward them to info@ashgirls.belfast.ni.sch. uk or alternatively use our ‘Contact Us’ tab on the school website.

Available at www.ashfieldgirls.org from Friday 12th February 2021

Challenging girls today; creating women of value in the future Ashfield Girls’ High School • Holywood Road • Belfast • BT4 2LY Tel: 028 9047 1744 • www.ashfieldgirls.org • info@ashgirls.belfast.ni.sch.uk

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ST LOUIS GRAMMAR SCHOOL, KILKEEL

A2 Results.

Beauty and the Beast.

Global Passport.

Geography field work.

A SCHOOL WITH A GREAT TRADITION AND FUTURE

St Louis Grammar School, Kilkeel.

Girls’ football.

Strong Community Links.

Specialist School.

Paris Trip.

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Hans Sloane Medal recipient with Hans Sloane Medal.

POST PRIMARY GUIDE 2021 Blessed with a wonderful view of the southern flanks of the majestic Mourne Mountains, St. Louis Grammar School, Kilkeel, has offered a high-quality education to the young people of south Down and beyond for nearly 100 years. Celebrating its centenary in 2021, St Louis is an inclusive school for boys and girls, whose aim is to provide opportunities for all students, enabling them to develop their talents and skills so they can realise their full potential, academically, socially and personally.

St. Louis seeks to provide a secure and happy environment for all children whilst promoting our Catholic ethos in a supportive and caring environment. The provision of an academic education of a high standard whilst striving to create an environment which encourages pupils’ physical, moral and spiritual well-being is central to the ethos of the school. This is a learning school where the learning experience is relevant, rewarding, empowering and enjoyable, and where everyone is encouraged to work hard and aim high.

Students enjoy the benefits of a disciplined, happy environment, conducive to study under the guidance of wellqualified teachers. The school is committed to working in partnership with parents to ensure that high expectations are met in the form of excellent examination results and high quality extra-curricular experiences.

Sporting success.

We Care St Louis is a caring school, where students are encouraged to live out their faith by supporting a range of charities, local, national and international. Fundraising takes several forms including ticket sales, sponsored fasts, goal shoots, sponsored walks and bag packs. In the past, groups of students and staff have travelled to Rwanda and Romania to work in orphanages bringing with them substantial funds and resources to aid their development.

We have strong links within the St Louis Network with St Louis schools worldwide.

Each year thousands of pounds are donated to a range of charities including Macmillan Cancer Care, Action MS, SERVE, Trocáire Lenten Appeal, the Hospice, and St Louis Mission work in less economically developed countries.

A Learning School The school’s philosophy of education is based on the view that education must

endeavour to develop the whole person.

The curriculum and life of the school is therefore imbued with the values of the gospel so that children may become mature Christian adults.

It is recognised that it is not enough to inspire pupils to high ideals unless they are given the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills to bring these to fulfilment in the real world. The curriculum in St Louis Grammar School has been organised to provide a broad, balanced, relevant and coherent experience for each pupil at all Key Stages.

Sixth Form at St. Louis is a time of academic rigour, independent learning and preparation for life. It is also a time when leadership qualities are emphasised and developed. Students hold various posts of responsibility within the school and act as role models for younger pupils.

Something Extra At St. Louis there is something for everyone to join in with and enjoy and that participation and social interaction is what really matters. Our students participate successfully in sporting life, with a very large number taking part in sporting activities outside normal lesson time. There is a wide range of activities on offer including athletics, camogie, crosscountry, Gaelic football (boys and girls), golf, netball, soccer, tennis, volleyball and swimming. Internal competitions in some sports are held annually and the school organises and hosts annual primary school competitions in Gaelic football and netball.

As well as participating in internal competitions, netball teams play in the Newry and Mourne League at various levels and teams have reached the final or semi-final in all these competitions in recent years. There has also been great success in Gaelic football including MacRory and MacLarnon cup final appearances as well as success in All-Ireland Colleges’ competitions. Students past and present continue to achieve tremendous success at local, national and international level in a range of sports including Gaelic football, Camogie, Australian Rules football, golf and rugby.

The school has a long tradition of music and drama. As well as regular musical lessons, students are able to take part in further musical study, where they learn to play a wide variety of musical instruments taught by a team of specialist musicians.

Students perform at assemblies, Masses, concerts and musicals. They also have opportunities to perform in a variety of plays and the annual Drama Festival. St. Louis have staged some magnificent musicals in recent years, such as Jesus Christ Superstar, My Fair Lady, Oliver and most recently Beauty and the Beast.

High levels of success have been achieved by pupils both individually in competitions at local feiseanna and in the annual Schools Irish Drama Festival.

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Each year a concert of music, drama, song, poetry and fashion is staged to bring together the talents developed throughout the year.

Preparation for life St. Louis is a magnificent platform from which students go forward to a diverse range of careers. University, college and employment destinations of the recent ‘Class of 2019’ reflects the unique interests, abilities, talents and aspirations of each individual St Louis student. 19 students have continued their studies at Queen’s University Belfast electing to study courses extending across a full range of disciplines; physics and astrophysics, biological sciences, software engineering, business management, business information technology, geography, environmental planning, music and audio production, history and sociology, law, philosophy, nursing and midwifery.

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St. Louis students also attended Ulster University studying degree courses in mechanical and biomedical engineering, building surveying and quantity surveying featuring as popular choices. Law and business also proved popular along with degree courses in screen production and foundation art and design course based at the School of Art located within the Belfast Campus of the Ulster University.

St. Louis students also commenced their undergraduate studies in other parts of the UK with Liverpool John Moore, the University of Liverpool and Staffordshire University, proving popular. St. Louis students also opted to continue their studies in Republic of Ireland with Honours Degree courses in DKIT and UCD. Other students have embarked on food related Hons degree course at CAFRE (Loughry College) and Higher Apprenticeships in Accounting.

A school with a great tradition and future St. Louis Grammar School, Kilkeel, has certainly delivered on the vision of its founders and can look forward with confidence that it is meeting the needs of current and future generations.

St. Louis Grammar School 151 Newry Road, Kilkeel, Co. Down BT34 4EU Tel 02841762747 Fax 02841765694 www.stlouis.org.uk

Sullivan Upper School Sullivan Upper is a co-educational, non-denominational, voluntary grammar school. The school was founded in 1877 and, since 1939, has occupied extensive grounds on the edge of Holywood.

The school’s aims remain very much as they originally were: to provide the best possible education for all pupils, regardless of race, gender, background or religious denomination. Pupils come to Sullivan from a large catchment area,

covering North Down, Ards and East Belfast.

Sullivan Upper takes great pride in providing its pupils with a broad and balanced curriculum, supported by a much praised pastoral care system – truly living up to the school motto ‘lamh foisdineach an uachtar’ or ‘the gentle hand foremost’, a constant reminder of the virtue of gentleness in dealing with others. In order to ensure that all pupils are granted a well-rounded education

in every aspect, the curriculum is extended through a wide range of cocurricular and extra-curricular activities, for example in sports, music and drama.

A dedicated team of teaching and non-teaching staff helps all pupils to develop their talents to the full and to prepare themselves effectively for the challenges and responsibilities of adult life.

Sullivan Upper School’s emphasis is strongly academic and we place a high value on academic achievement. The vast majority of pupils remain at school after GCSE to take A Level courses before heading off to universities at home or further afield, including Oxford and Cambridge. Sullivan Upper’s proud record of outstanding results in public examinations shows that all pupils are empowered to realise their potential.

To find out more, visit the school website where you can participate in the school’s Virtual Open Day.

Contact:

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ST JOSEPH’S COLLEGE, BELFAST

ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE THROUGH PARTNERSHIP St Joseph’s College is a vibrant and exciting place to be in every day. Prospective pupils and their parents are invited to view our promotional video on our website and other social media platforms.

Positive relationships and respect are the driving forces for what they do well. The school are proud of our students’ successes; they do well academically, excel on the games field and stretch themselves in many different ways through the variety of activities on offer. They develop and explore their talents and interests.

The school gives an education that goes beyond academic excellence and all their other achievements. A St. Joseph’s College education provides the girls and boys with a spiritual compass to guide them through adult life.

Principal, Michele McCormick said: “I am so proud and privileged to lead this school. It is an ideal setting to constantly create, innovate, think outside the box and achieve. We achieve excellence through our partnership between pupils, parents, staff and being a school for the whole community.”

For more information contact the Principal: Michele McCormick St Joseph’s College, 518-572 Ravenhill Road, Belfast, BT6 0BY Tel: 028 90491280 / 90491474 Web: www.saintjosephscollege.co.uk Email:info@stjosephs.belfast.ni.sch.uk

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DOWN HIGH SCHOOL

MAXIMISING POTENTIAL IN A WARM AND FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT

Down High is a thriving co-educational grammar school situated in the historic town of Downpatrick. Benefiting from several direct bus routes, the school attracts pupils from a wide hinterland. High quality pastoral care guides every aspect of school life and sits at the heart of the pursuit of excellence.

The warm, friendly and caring atmosphere of Down High comes from the high value placed on relationships between pupils, staff and parents.

The Principal, Mrs Perry, describes the school as, “A warm and friendly environment where children thrive. Pupils are encouraged to learn from challenges and to believe in their ability to find a pathway to success. Intelligence and ability are not fixed qualities. Reflected in our motto Absque Labore Nihil (nothing achieved without effort) is our belief that there is no limit to what can be accomplished through hard work.”

Mrs Perry said, “At Down High we celebrate the many talents and achievements of our pupils but in particular we value effort. Each year our pupils attain the highest possible academic standards and feature regularly in CCEA’s subject rankings for top achievers in Northern Ireland. We expect our students to be committed and resilient learners, to give their best in the classroom, as well as discover genuine interests that extend beyond the classroom.”

“A school large enough to offer a broad and balanced curriculum yet small enough to enable strong personal relationships. City opportunities in a safe rural environment just 40 minutes from Belfast.”

A major capital investment project to provide a new purpose-built school for 950 post-primary pupils and staff at Down High School is well under way. The site for the new build on the Strangford Road has been purchased by the Education Authority and full planning permission is in place. The project will be tendered in spring 2021, with a target to commence construction in late 2021.

A significant number of new pupils join Down High’s thriving Sixth Form each year.

Pupils are attracted by the unique ethos and the exceptional quality of teaching, in addition to the broad curriculum which includes Software Systems Development, and Further Maths as well as Applied A-Levels and vocational qualifications.

Find out more about Down High School and view a virtual tour by visiting the school website.

Down High School, Mount Crescent, Downpatrick BT30 6EU Tel: 028 44612103 Email: info@downhigh.downpatrick.ni.sch.uk www.downhighschool.org.uk

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Loreto College, Coleraine Voluntary Grammar School Celebrating 90 Years 1930-2020 “Spirituality and Excellence in all aspects of school life.”

Loreto College is a Catholic CoEducational all ability voluntary grammar school which has established a renowned tradition of academic excellence, extracurricular success and high standards in all areas of school life.

The College promotes a disciplined atmosphere in which mutual respect is fostered.

Within the school there is a great sense of community and common purpose.

The caring and supportive Pastoral Care system aims to develop students’ selfesteem to the full.

Our defining characteristic is our unique Loreto Ethos which makes us a warm,

friendly, welcoming and inclusive school.

The College continues to evolve, develop and adapt to an ever changing educational landscape whilst preserving its core values of “Spirituality and Excellence”. The College celebrates its 90th Year in Coleraine and is very proud of it’s fine tradition and heritage. It continues to offer students a broad and balanced curriculum via its academic and vocational pathways whilst remaining true to the traditions and values of the Loreto Order.

Preparing our young people to excel at university, further education, and the world of work.

Virtual Open Day Available to view on our school website Saturday 16th January 2021

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ST LOUISE’S’ COLLEGE, BELFAST

SPIRIT OF GENEROSITY REMAINS STEADFAST As with all schools around the world, this year has been one of the most challenging in light of the Coronavirus pandemic and the impact this has had upon school life as we know it.

However, even a global pandemic cannot suppress the steadfast spirit of the students of St Louise’s! As a Vincentian school, St Louise’s has a strong affiliation with the St Vincent de Paul charity. Our staff and students have been most generous and gracious in their contributions to the charity throughout the years and this year sees no exception to this ongoing partnership. Famed for their generosity of spirit, our Year 8 students are continuing to put the needs of others before their own. Our Year 8 ‘Christmas Elves’ have been busy creating hampers for the most vulnerable members of our community. They have been donating toys, blankets, clothing, food and healthcare items to the charity which will be dispatched to those in our community most in need.

We praise our students for remaining resilient in these most challenging times and we look forward to resuming school life in its entirety in the near future. We invite prospective students and parents to view our ‘Virtual Open Night’, coming soon on our school website: www.stlouises. org.uk The Board of Governors, Principal, Staff and Students of St Louise’s wish you all a happy and blessed new year.

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For more information contact: St Louise’s College 468 Falls Rd, Belfast BT12 6EN Tel: 028 9032 5631 Email: info@stlouises.org.uk www.stlouises.org.uk

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Banbridge Academy “...known personally and cared for individually.”

Banbridge Academy was founded in 1786 and moved to its impressive present location, Edenderry House, in 1950. During the last 25 years there have been two major building projects which have blended the best of modernity with the school’s family ethos and distinguished heritage. The modern and attractive educational facilities, combined with a talented and dedicated teaching staff, enable Banbridge Academy to provide an excellent standard of education where high quality Teaching and Learning is prioritised.

Educational activities spread far beyond the confines of the classroom. From experiencing life in World War One trenches in Bayernwald, Flanders, to a field study in the Rocky River, Mourne Mountains, its pupils enjoy broad and varied learning experiences. Recent visits have included educational trips to Boston, Barcelona, Berlin and to New York.

The aims of Banbridge Academy are to empower and develop its pupils and it is committed to delivering an education which is an enriching and enabling experience. Pupils excel as a community of learners, in an atmosphere of academic enquiry, where they are encouraged to become articulate, reflective and independent learners.

Current and former Academy pupils have excelled in sports at regional, provincial, national and international level. Rugby continues to grow,

having won a number of trophies. In 2015-2016, the boys’ 1st XI hockey team won an unprecedented number of titles, including the Tasmanian AllIreland Title, The Burney Cup and the HDM European Cup. In 2018, they lost narrowly in the All Ireland Final. In 2016-2017, the girls’ senior hockey team enjoyed an unforgettable season, winning The Belfast Telegraph Ulster Senior Schoolgirls’ Schools’ Cup and the Kate Russell Subway All Ireland Championship. In 2018, they lost narrowly in the NI Superleague Final.

Pupils are always encouraged to get involved in as many extra and co-curricular activities as possible. Over seventy opportunities exist in the school’s rich extra-curricular provision, complemented by the school’s thriving House System, named after significant local figures: Crozier, Dunbar, McWilliam and Waddell.

In the last ten years, Banbridge Academy pupils have raised in excess of £179,000 for various local, national and international charities. The outstanding quality and variety of the Drama Society’s theatrical productions contribute to the inclusive ethos of the school. Recent productions have included A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Guys and Dolls, The Sound of Music and Show Stoppers.

The Principal, Mr Robin McLoughlin, extends a welcome to our virtual Open Night. An interactive video, prospectus and brochure will be placed on our school website: details will be published following the AQE Assessments. Please take time to visit the school website and experience the warmth and energy of the friendly, caring ethos that defines Banbridge Academy.

Open Night (Virtual) Pupils and their parents are most welcome to visit the school website. An interactive video, prospectus and brochure will be placed on our school website: details will be published following the AQE Assessments.

T: 028 4062 3220 or visit www.banbridgeacademy.org.uk

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ST COLMAN’S COLLEGE, NEWRY

ACADEMIC AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR EXCELLENCE St. Colman’s College is a Catholic Voluntary Grammar School located in a magnificent 65 acre site close to the centre of Newry. It is a school with a proud tradition dating back 198 years to 1823 when it was established as the Dromore Diocesan Seminary. We are already looking forward to celebrating our bi-centenary in 2023.

Known throughout Ireland and beyond as Violet Hill, it is characterised by excellent academic achievements and also by the wide range of extra-curricular activities including sport, music, drama, debating and quizzes that its dedicated and hardworking staff provide for all our students. We are very proud of the warm, caring and friendly atmosphere, the opportunities for each student to reach his full academic and extra-curricular potential and the magnificent facilities and surroundings all who come to the school enjoy. Our motto “Bonitas, Disciplina, Scientia,” translated as “Kindness, Discipline and Knowledge”, the mainstay on which the work of the college is based. The school is committed to nurturing the personal, social, spiritual and moral development of each student in its care.

We are an inclusive Christian community that cares for all its members. The Catholic ethos of the college provides a strong foundation for the students throughout their school life and beyond. The caring and supportive pastoral care system aims to develop students’ self-esteem to the full, and all who are associated with the college, including our chaplain and excellent counselling services, work to ensure that students leave as fulfilled and mature young men.

You will be able to get further information, including our wide-ranging prospectus, through our website www.stcolmans.org.uk and you can keep up to date with College life through our Twitter feed @st_colmans. If you have any further questions you can make contact through the school office (028) 3026 2451 or info@stcolmans.newry.ni.sch.uk.

For more information contact: St Colman’s College 46 Armagh Rd, Newry BT35 6PP Tel: (028) 3026 2451 Email: info@stcolmans.newry.ni.sch.uk. www.stcolmans.org.uk

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THE HIGH SCHOOL, COOKSTOWN

EXCELLENCE, OPPORTUNITY, SUPPORT The High School has been a feature of the sporting, educational and cultural life of the greater Mid Ulster area since its foundation

by Rev. Thomas Millar in 1806. It occupies splendid wooded grounds just off the town centre, is easily accessible and boasts some of the finest outdoor sports facilities in Ulster including two modern hockey pitches (one sand-based, one water-based) and two splendid grass pitches, rugby pitches and a state-of-the-art fitness suite.

As a combined grammar and secondary school it admits pupils to distinct grammar, secondary and vocational pathways. Pupils are admitted to grammar provision on the basis of their academic ability as evidenced in primary school and do not need to sit additional ‘transfer’ tests. Secondary pathway pupils who perform highly may move onto the grammar pathway. With a strong academic performance, pupils achieve highly through the provision of an all-round education through inspirational teaching and the very best pastoral care. Parents comment that ‘there is a lovely sense of community where all feel valued, respected and well cared for as individuals’. Pupil creativity is encouraged, and different talents and gifts are celebrated to encourage fulfilment of their potential. Pupils showcase their skills in various events through the school year including competitions, House events, the Spring Concert, Carol Service and Art and Technology exhibition.

Pupils on all pathways are expected to work

hard; bespoke careers provision ensures they choose the GCSE subjects most appropriate to their needs so they can succeed and pursue their life goals. Pupils on the vocational pathway avail of the school’s links with local employers for work experience and courses at the Further Education College. The school also has an excellent Learning Support Centre where pupils with moderate learning difficulties thrive in a supportive, nurturing environment.

There is a large Sixth Form, almost all of whom progress to their first choice of university. In the last decade 17 pupils have been offered places at Oxford or Cambridge.

The school places a strong emphasis on character development and community

engagement with over 40 extra-curricular activities on offer contributes significantly to widening pupil experiences and opportunities.

Pupils are encouraged to develop their skills in music, sport, art, science, technology and ICT through groups, teams, clubs and ensembles.

Every pupil is regarded as an individual with an important contribution to make to the life of the school and the wider community, and through excellence, opportunity and support, The High School continues to meet the needs, and develop the skills of all of its pupils.

Coolnafranky Demesne Cookstown, Co. Tyrone BT80 8PQ www.cookstownhighschool.org

GROSVENOR GRAMMAR SCHOOL, BELFAST

THE ARKWRIGHT ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME Congratulations to Grosvenor Grammar School pupils Louisa and Olivia Millar, each of whom were recently informed of their success in applying for The Arkwright Engineering Scholarship Programme, a prestigious initiative that aims to inspire the younger generation to become engineers of the future.

The two girls, who are twins and are in Year Thirteen, have enjoyed a fantastic few months

following the award of 11 A* grades each in their GCSEs. Only 279 candidates were offered a place from in excess of 1500 initial applicants and, from this number, only 9 are from Northern Ireland.

For her participation in the programme, Louisa has been sponsored by ‘WSP Group Limited’, one of the world’s leading engineering professional services consulting firms, whilst Olivia has been sponsored by ‘Crowdstrike’, a leader in cloud-delivered, nextgeneration services for endpoint protection, threat intelligence, and response.

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Engineering Fair in Birmingham, following victory at the province-wide ‘Young Engineers of the Year’ competition. Head of Department, Mrs McMillen was delighted for the girls, saying “I was so thrilled and proud to learn that Louisa and Olivia were awarded the Arkwright Scholarship this year. It is an amazing achievement to have two girls from the same school achieve this success, let alone from the same family! Both girls are exceptionally talented and are very worthy recipients of such a prestigious award.”

Principal, Dr Vasey, was equally delighted for the girls, saying “Olivia and Louisa are such wonderful ambassadors for our school and deserve this prestigious accolade. I am so delighted for them and for Mrs McMillen. The girls have achieved so much during their time in Grosvenor and we know they have a very bright future ahead of them. They are a credit to themselves, their family and their teachers.”

A huge congratulations to Louisa and Olivia on their selection onto such a highly prestigious programme; they deserve much credit for such an impressive achievement and will no doubt make the most of this fantastic opportunity.

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RATHDOWN SCHOOL, DUBLIN

A PLACE OF BELONGING We are a voluntary, fee-paying school for girls aged 3 – 18 years, providing education to both boarding and day pupils. The School is set within 16 acres of beautiful grounds in Glenageary, Co. Dublin on a hill overlooking the sea at Dún Laoghaire with inland views of the Wicklow Mountains. We are within easy reach of Dublin city, surrounding counties and Dublin Airport with accreditation from the Boarding School Association.

Our ethos is ‘A Place of Belonging’ and we hope you will gain a sense of what makes Rathdown School unique. Whether your daughter joins us as a day girl or boarder, she will be joining a family community where she will be well known and cared for as an individual.

As a combined day and boarding school, we welcome students of all nationalities, helping to promote an awareness of cultural diversity throughout the school.

Our exemplary pastoral care and nurturing environment encourages every student to achieve her personal best.

From a group of three-year-old girls holding hands in the playground of our pre-school, to a thriving junior school where a passion for discovering and exploring new horizons is ignited through to our exceptionally high-achieving senior school where

lifelong friendships are forged and academic, sporting and personal triumphs are shared; the Rathdown School journey is a seamless one, full of life-enhancing experiences along the way.

Our school campus buzzes with confident, capable young women ready to take their place in the world.

We are a school with a Protestant background. We welcome students and families of all faiths, and none, and from all traditions and cultures. We have a diverse and inclusive student body, where all are equally valued and all are equally important.

Students receive an outstanding education and make excellent progress at Rathdown School. Your daughter will be encouraged and expected to achieve her personal best in all she does. We believe that teaching and learning should be both challenging and enjoyable for students of all abilities and we aim for the highest possible standards. Whether she is the most gifted academically, a good all-rounder or needs additional help in some areas, your daughter will receive a stimulating and rewarding educational experience suited to her needs. Girls are taught by professional and dedicated staff within small class sizes across a broad range

of subjects with high academic standards. We also offer a range of extra-curricular and sporting activities in the belief that these assist a sound general education and contribute to the whole person. Our academic results are testament to the way the girls are challenged and motivated to give their best in all they do. Rathdown has a long tradition of academic excellence and for moulding well-rounded, confident students. Our students achieve excellent results in their state examinations and secure places in third level education across Ireland, the UK and beyond.

Our doors are always open to welcome Irish and international students who come here to achieve their very best academically, socially and personally, have fun, make friends, and develop a global perspective. If you are looking for an outstanding school for girls, please come and visit us - we promise you a warm welcome.

Girls leave Rathdown School as confident and responsible young adults. Virtual Tours available on our website.

Rathdown School Glenageary Rd Upper, Glenageary, Dublin, A96 H5N3, Ireland Tel: +353 1 285 3133 email: admin@rathdownschool.ie www.rathdownschool.ie

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ST. COLUMBA’S COLLEGE, DUBLIN

A SCHOOL LIKE NO OTHER

St. Columba’s College is a co-educational, Church of Ireland boarding school, perched on the edge of the Dublin Hills and overlooking the city of Dublin.

We have a great sense of tradition, an enviable academic record and a commitment to a very full and varied extracurricular programme, set in 140 acres of countryside.

With a total of 335 pupils, and with the majority of our academic staff living on the College site, we are a close-knit community, which creates an intimate, nurturing atmosphere.

Parents can apply for admission to the College for their sons or daughters to all forms. However, we recommend entry at Form I (aged 12).

The Irish system means that pupils sit the Junior Cycle exams at the end of Form III (Year 10), before entering the transition year, an enriching year of academic work, infused with work experience, service projects and a variety of other imaginative additions, designed to broaden the education of our pupils, without the stress of public exams.

In their last two years pupils study seven subjects in preparation for the Irish Leaving Certificate. This examination provides

a much broader academic experience for pupils in comparison to the A Level system. Maths, English and a Modern Language are compulsory, while there is a free choice from a varied selection for the other four subjects. Our leavers go on to further education in fairly equal numbers to Irish, UK or international universities.

Whilst our pupils achieve excellent results in the Leaving Certificate, we believe very strongly in an all-round education that puts value on all aspects of a child’s development, academic, physical, cultural, social and spiritual.

The large majority of our pupils are boarders in one of our seven boarding houses and we are committed to full-time boarding. Sport takes place for all every day; we have Saturday morning school and a busy Saturday evening programme.

Sunday is more relaxed and many pupils make use of our wonderful nine hole golf course and sports facilities. The College has bed space for 240 boarders and usually awards approximately 95 day places.

We have seen a growth in interest in boarding during the last few months, as parents look to ensure that their children’s education is not disrupted by

the pandemic. 2020 has not been an easy year, but we have kept going with as full a programme of activities as possible and we believe strongly that boarding offers an unparalleled educational experience for young people.

For all enquiries regarding Admissions to the College and for details on future Open/Virtual Open Day Information please contact: admissions@stcolumbas.ie Telephone: +353 (1) 4906791

For more information contact: St. Columba’s College, Kilmashogue Lane, Whitechurch, Dublin 16, D16 CH92, Ireland Phone: +353 (1) 4906791 Email: admissions@stcolumbas.ie www.stcolumbas.ie

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A LEADING BOARDING SCHOOL IN THE HEART OF CO. KILDARE

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CLONGOWES WOOD COLLEGE

A SCHOOL THAT OFFERS MORE

Clongowes is a Jesuit boarding school set in 550 acres in Co Kildare. A home from home for some 450 boys from all over Ireland, the UK and further afield. All our students enjoy our 7-day boarding education that consists of a rich variety of academic and co-curricular programmes encompassing a wide variety of sports, music, drama, debating and the arts.

The Ignatian value of Magis – the Latin word for more or greater - is a key philosophy

in Jesuit education and its expression is apparent at Clongowes. Clongowes aspires to do more, to be better, we are constantly striving for excellence. This is embodied in the teaching and boarding staff who empower our students to be the very best that they can be in all that they do. Undoubtedly Clongowes has breathtaking grounds, state of the art co-curricular as well as teaching and learning facilities, but it is the teachers and boarding staff at

the heart of the Clongowes community that sets this school apart. Our innovative and ambitious teachers work hand in hand with our dedicated and caring boarding team to inspire our students achieve to the fullest of their potential.

Our students are competitive but also work together as a team on the pitches, in the classrooms and during study time.

In our unique boarding setting they are constantly learning from each other. This nurturing of co-operative learning is central to what we do at Clongowes and gives our students a huge advantage as they develop a team ethic and problem solving skills through living and learning together.

Our built environment such as the James Joyce Library and the Bellarmine Learning Centre is designed to encourage even greater cooperation amongst students as they grow and learn together.

The spirit of Magis stays with our graduates and drives them to do more, not only for themselves but for the greater good of society.

At the heart of our school is the Jesuit maxim, Cura Personalis or care for the individual. We get to know our students exceptionally well, we get to know their strengths, their weaknesses and importantly guide and empower them to discover and nurture their talents in a safe and supportive environment.

We believe that boarding school life should mirror the very best of family life and the family home. The best homes are full of life and laughter. They offer understanding and patience; they provide support and comfort when things go wrong. The best homes give children clear boundaries.

They set high expectations and they instil values by which to live. A strong family life nurtures the self-esteem that young people need to go out into the world with confidence. This is what we aspire to do, and more, complementing modern family life in our boarding school.

To discover what makes Clongowes such a special place, please contact our Admissions team to request more information or arrange a visit to the school.

For more information contact:  Clongowes Wood College SJ, Clane, Co Kildare, Ireland.

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ST MARY’S UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION WITH A REPUTATION FOR EXCELLENT PASTORAL CARE St Mary’s University College is a small and specialist institution of higher education with an ethos that is welcoming to all, where valueseducation is actively promoted, and respect is intrinsic. The College has had a long-standing academic partnership with Queen’s University Belfast whereby it has a sufficiently high degree of autonomy to offer a distinctive educational experience for its students while also engaging in collaborative provision with a world-class university.

The academic programmes at St Mary’s are validated by Queen’s. In addition, the College has an exceptionally high profile of both community engagement and international study opportunities as well as a strong commitment to widening access and participation in higher education.

The College advances a faith-based approach to education which emphasises the desire to build and PGCE programmes, and for the second successive year, a dynamic community of learners, united through the fusion of St Mary’s had an exceptional outcome. The programmes placed Christian faith, reason and scholarship. Most observers agree that either first or second in each of the seven evaluative categories, St Mary’s has been successful in creating such a community, one which covered the full range of the educational experience that is remarkably student friendly. St Mary’s is fortunate to be including the quality of the teaching, skills development and able to recruit students who are highly engaged in the life of the learner experience.

College. The Students’ Union, as well as the clubs and societies, play an important role in College life by promoting a stimulating and fulfilling student experience through sport as well as cultural and social activities. Recently, most of the College’s academic provision has been online due to the pandemic, and the students have responded with resilience to this form of tuition.

The student body is supported by members of the academic staff who are committed to providing pastoral care for students, when they require it, as well as developing the transferrable skills that lead to graduate Applications are welcome for admission to the following programmes employment. Likewise, members of the support staff Programme Deadline for receipt of provide the necessary professional services to ensure applications that students can make the most of their educational Undergraduate experience. The excellent relationships that exist BEd (Hons) Primary Degree Wednesday, 13 January 2021 between staff and students are a key factor in enabling BEd (Hons) Post-Primary Degree Wednesday, 13 January 2021 St Mary’s to be a warm and welcoming place.

BA (Hons) Liberal Arts Degree

Undergraduate Student Experience A recent survey of the BEd (Hons) Primary and Postprimary degree programmes by the Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) identified important strengths in the College’s educational provision, including a very good level of retention and modules that are well designed to ensure student teachers are prepared for their school-based work.

The most recent report on the BA (Hons) Liberal Arts degree programme was received from external examiner, Dr Thomas Nörgaard, University of Winchester, who provided this summary assessment of the programme: “I continue to be impressed by the programme. It is thoughtful and well-designed. The learning outcomes make good sense in the light of the liberal arts ideals that inform the programme and the local context in which the programme is implemented.”

Wednesday, 13 January 2021

Postgraduate Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Irishmedium Education) Primary

Friday, 26 February 2021

Teacher Professional Learning Master of Education (MEd) Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert)

Deadlines are dependent on Spring or Summer entry.

Please contact Academic Registry on 028 9026 8320 for confirmation

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Visit: https://tinyurl.com/y669nw2a

Entry qualification guidelines are available from the College website www.smucb.ac.uk/admissions Or contact: 028 9026 8320

Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) The annual PTES covers students on the College’s MEd

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