Transcript Loreto College St Stephen’s Green
Loreto College St Stephen’s Green
Principal Deputy Principal Ms Tríona Barrett Ms Mary Mc Ateer
Information for Parents
Class 2014-2020
History of the College
180 years on ‘the Green’ The 1986 Fire The newly built school Recent developments
The College Philosophy
The Loreto philosophy of education is centered in God and rooted in Gospel values where truth, freedom, justice, sincerity and joy find expression. It is inspired by the words and actions of Mary Ward and Ignatius Loyola
We hope that our graduates will be capable of developing and deepening a relationship with God, and of seeking to find Him in all things. be happy, friendly, and self-confident, with a sense of humour and an awareness of their God-given gifts and the need to continue to develop them. have a generosity of spirit and a readiness to place their talents at the disposal of others, especially the most needy. be motivated and prepared to take their place in the community and to contribute selflessly to the common good. Proud of having belonged to a Loreto College with due respect for its values and those who taught them.
Our Mission Statement
In an atmosphere of mutual respect and justice, we are a community that aims to provide a rich and diverse curriculum catering for the needs of each individual student. We provide a holistic education wherein we strive for excellence in the pursuit of knowledge. Social concerns and spiritual values are central to our educational philosophy, while sporting and cultural endeavours are encouraged. Each student is challenged to realise her full potential and to recognise the dignity of each human being.
We ask you ……
To support our ethos To encourage participation in liturgy To recognise that all we do is underpinned by a commitment to faith and faith development To actively embrace the values which your daughter will encounter here
School Day
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
08:55-15:20
Tuesday & Thursday
08:55-16:00
Day begins with a Reflection on the intercom at 08:58.
School Day
Monday
08:55-14:40 14:40-15:20 8 x 35 min. classes 1 x 40 min. class Break Lunch 10:40 - 10:50 12:35 - 13:30
School Day
Tuesday and Thursday
08:55-16:00 9 x 40 min. classes Break Lunch 10:15 - 10:25 12:25 - 13:20
School Day
Wednesday and Friday
08:55-15:20 8 x 40 min. classes Break Lunch 10:15 - 10:25 12:25 - 13:20
School Day
08:55 09:30 10:05 10:50 11:25 12:00 13:30 14:05 14:40
Typical Monday
Options Maths Irish History English Religion Physical Education Physical Education Geography
Facilities
Sports Hall Oratory 3 Science Labs 2 Art Rooms Library Assembly Hall 2 Kitchens Music Room Conference Room Canteen (Gerard’s) – breakfast and lunch
Liturgy
Morning Prayer in the Oratory every Friday morning at 08:30 Four Folk Masses take place throughout the year on Saturdays at 18:30 Retreat Programme Grandparents’ Mass Carol Service Full School Mass Marking of all Seasonal Events
Extra-Curricular Activities
Music Sport Social Justice Environment Other
Ceiliúr Folk Group Orchestra Soccer Gaelic Football Camogie Basketball Gymnastics Mission Possible St Vincent de Paul Model United Nations Evergreen Debating Drama Wind Ensemble Chamber Group Table Tennis Athletics Hockey Cross-Country JPIC Amnesty Young Scientist Pop-up Art Workshops
Class Allocation
Classes are mixed ability Ordinary level classes are organised where there is a need in Irish and Maths
Subjects for Junior Cert
Choir SPHE PE Gaeilge Maths English History Geography Science CSPE RE Music Art Business Home Economics French Spanish German Latin
Transition Year
Gaeilge Maths English Science Commerce Careers PE RE Community Work Placement (2 weeks) Work Placement (2 weeks) Computers Cookery for Today Classical Studies Ideology & International Relations Mini Company City Quay Modern Irish Politics French Spanish German Italian for Fun Additional subjects on the timetable are: Music/Drama, Debating, Aerobics and RSE Activities: Martial Arts, First Aid, Skiing, Pilates, Introduction to Law, Samba Drumming, Road Safety Awareness, Modern Dance, Computer Safety, Fire Safety, Song School, Aromatherapy.
Leaving Cert Subjects
Biology Chemistry Physics Accounting Business Economics Gaeilge Maths English Music Art Home Economics Geography History Latin Applied Mathematics French Spanish German
Assessment
o o o o Continuous Assessment in terms 1 and 2 for all years ‘Mock’ exams for 3 rd and 6 th years in February Summer exams for all Reports sent to parents three times a year
Levels Chosen by Students
89 students in Leaving Certificate 2012 class Irish English Maths Higher Level
73* 89 61
Ord. Level
13* 0 28
At present the full 89 students are doing Higher Level in all other subjects.
Special Needs Education
o o o o In December 2013 parents will be invited by letter to inform us of any existing psychological reports or special educational needs.
Individual meetings are arranged in the May preceding entry.
Learning Support/Resource Very active Learning Support Department.
Admissions 2014
96 places available 30 go to Loreto Junior School 2 places will be offered under the new scholarship scheme 64 places allocated according to the following criteria: Sisters of current or former students Daughters of staff members Nieces of Loreto Sisters Daughters of past students Names on the Admissions list The first name for 2014 was recorded on: 15 th May 2001
Dates
21 days from today 1 st round 7 days to return docs 2 nd round etc…
Procedures
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Green form to be completed this evening In the next 21 days successful applicants will be offered a place The place must be accepted within 7 days (deposit of €1,000 and Registration of €32 to be included with acceptance) Letter will then be sent securing the place In the event of non-acceptance, the place is automatically offered to the next applicant on the waiting list