Junior School (Forms 1-3)
Head of Junior School: Miss J. McDonald

In the Junior School, all pupils study the same broad range of subjects: Art, Biology, Chemistry, Drama, English, Food and Nutrition, French, Geography, History, Information and Communication Technology, Latin, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Physics, Religious Education and Technology. All forms have Games afternoon. Our teaching approaches ensure that our pupils develop their thinking skills, personal capabilities and creativity within the context of these subjects.

In line with the Revised Curriculum of Northern Ireland, all our pupils in the Junior School have classes which address citizenship, personal and social development, health education, employability and careers. In the second year, pupils have the opportunity to choose two languages from French, Latin, Spanish, German and Russian (one must be a European language).

The Form Teams for Junior School are shown overleaf. From this you can find the name of your son’s/daughter’s Tutor. In this role he/she will be responsible for registering your child’s attendance each morning and will have an opportunity to get to know him/her in an environment which is rather different from the normal school classroom. Over a period of time the Tutor aims to gain an overall view of his/her academic progress and social development. As a result the Tutor should be able to offer support and advice if difficulties should arise. We recognise the value of parental support and so would wish to work closely with you when appropriate. If you have a concern about any issue or wish to pass on information about your son/daughter, the Tutor is the person you should normally contact. It is quite acceptable for you to leave a message for them through reception if you are unable to make direct contact, and they will return your call.