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Programmes

Leaving Cert Applied

The Leaving Certificate Applied is a distinct, self-contained two-year senior cycle programme aimed at preparing students for adult and working life. The programme puts an emphasis on forms of achievement and excellence, which the established Leaving Certificate has not recognised in the past and is designed to meet the needs of students who are not adequately catered for by Leaving Cert programmes.

Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme

The LCVP is an enhanced Leaving Certificate Programme. Students who have specified combinations(as laid down by the DES) qualify to take the "link modules" - Enterprise Education, Preparation for work and Work experience. It is a worthwhile programme that combines the academic strengths of the Leaving Certificate with a new and dynamic focus on self directed learning, enterprise work and the community. Assessment is by written examination (40%) and by Portfolio of coursework (60%). A Distinction in this programme is the equivalent of a grade "C" on a higher level paper and is therefore very valuable.

Transition Year

Transition Year is an optional year, taken between Junior and Senior Cycle. As the course allows a greater degree of autonomy and responsibility it is important that students who apply for the course should have shown themselves capable during their Junior Cert Cycle and places may be restricted from year to year. The purpose of the programme is to promote the personal, social, educational and vocational development of pupils and prepare them for their role as autonomous participative and responsible members of society. Here in the school we have an excellent programme to support these aims. Students cover core subjects: Gaeilge, English, Maths, Science, PE, RE, Career Guidance, Preparation for Work, ICT Personal Development and Young Social Innovators. Highlights include: Arts Week, the Musical production, cultural tours, driving course, law course, community projects and Gaisce Awards.