Return to flip book view

Aughnacloy College ProspectusBuilding The Future, Together

Building The Future, Together01Aughnacloy College ProspectusIt gives me great pleasure to introduce our prospectus. Aughnacloy College is a warm and welcoming non selective school with a family atmosphere grounded in a Christian ethos. We are firmly linked to our local community and welcome potential pupils from all backgrounds and areas to join us.The school delights in modern, up to date facilities where pupils are supported by an excellent body of committed teaching and non-teaching staff. We benefit from the strong relationships we create with our pupils which helps our year 8 settle in very quickly. The pastoral team support the young people’s personal, social, emotional and education needs in an environment of trust and respect. These superb relationships ensure that the school provides a learning environment where pupils excel year by year. This is borne out by the excellent results our young people enjoy and the esteem in which they are held by both the world of work and further education.We understand that families may find the transition from primary to post primary school very stressful and as you support your child with these important decisions please take time to read our prospectus, explore our website and keep up to date with school news via our Official Facebook page.Please feel free to contact the school with any questions you may have and our team will do their best to help you. Our Annual Open Night takes place on the second Tuesday evening in January and we would love to see you there.I look forward to welcoming your child to our fantastic school community.Principal: Mr J R Reid BA (Hons), MSc, PGCE, PQHNIWELCOMEAims of the College1. To establish positive partnerships with feeder schools, the home, the community and other services.2. To provide a caring and challenging learning environment.3. To promote positive behaviour and good personal relationships.4. To develop the pupils’ self-confidence and self-discipline.5. To equip pupils for learning in life and work6. To recognise that all pupils are individuals with unique talents and needs.7. To recognise and respect the right of each member of our school community.

Building The Future, Together02Aughnacloy College ProspectusAughnacloy College follows the Revised Curriculum of Northern Ireland. The school prides itself in the excellent academic outcomes of the pupils and the extensive curriculum on offer at Key Stage 4 Level. The curriculum incorporates a wide variety of both academic and vocational courses.A broad range of subjects are offered at Key Stage 3 Level. All pupils follow common areas of study. The cross-curricular skills of using mathematics, using ICT and communication are developed and assessed across a range of subjects.At Key Stage 4 a large range of courses are offered by Aughnacloy College in accordance with the Northern Ireland Entitlement Framework. Most pupils take up GCSE courses where choice is more flexible than at Key Stage 3 Level. General subjects can also be combined with vocational subjects.A range of interactive and engaging teaching methods in conjunction with related educational trips, workshops and practical activities are implemented throughout all years of study to create an enjoyable and inspiring teaching and learning environment at Aughnacloy College.Those pupils opting to take up Occupational Studies at Key Stage 4 Level travel to SWC (Dungannon campus) one day per week to study courses which include catering, beauty, hairdressing, brickwork, digital video, engineering or joinery.CURRICULUMSubjects offered at Key Stage 3:• Art and Design• Careers• Drama• English• French• Geography• History• Home Economics• ICT/Digital Technology• Learning for Life and Work• Mathematics• Music• Physical Education• Religious Education• Science• Technology and DesignSubjects offered at Key Stage 4 include:• Agriculture*• Art and Design• Business Studies• Child Development• Digital Technology (Computer Programming)• English• French• Geography• History• Home Economics• Learning for Life and Work• Mathematics• Motor Vehicle and Road User Studies• Music• Occupational Studies• OCN ICT• Personal Development and Employability (Prince’s Trust)• Physical Education• Religious Education• Science (Single and Double Award)• Technology and Design*To be confirmed

Building The Future, Together03Aughnacloy College Prospectus

Building The Future, Together04Aughnacloy College Prospectus

Building The Future, Together05Aughnacloy College ProspectusC.E.I.A.G (Careers Education Information and Guidance)CEIAG classes in both Year 8 and 9 are taught within the Learning for Life and Work curriculum. Employability is one of the core elements of this curriculum. This allows pupils to undertake some self assessment, career planning, decision making and research into the world of work.From Year 10 onwards CEAIG is a discreet subject on pupil timetables. Preparation commences for life after Aughnacloy College in earnest with consideration given to local, national and international job markets.Throughout Key Stage 4 CEIAG lessons, pupils become familiar with completing application forms and building a CV. Interviews skills are developed and pupils in Year 12 have an interview with a dedicated Careers Service representative. Guest speakers from industry, schools offering A-Levels, further education colleges and organisations such as Sentinus NI are invited into school to inform pupils further on opportunities for the future.Key Stage 4 pupils have the opportunity to follow a vocational pathway with our highly successful link with South West College as detailed within the curriculum information.In the most recent ETI inspection the quality of the provision for careers education, information, advice and guidance was very good.The report stated the following:“The lessons are well planned, are relevant to the pupils interests and aspirations are effective in enabling them to identify and explore a range of suitable career options and related progression pathways.”Pastoral CareAt Aughnacloy College there is a great emphasis on the personal development of each child. This begins with strong links to our Primary Schools and is further developed through our Pastoral Care Programme. Each year group has an associated Form Teacher and dedicated Senior Teacher responsible for Pastoral Care. Positive attendance and behaviour is promoted and celebrated through an annual programme of rewards and incentives.Form classes have allocated pastoral time with their Form Teachers where the Pastoral Care Programme is implemented. Pupils are encouraged to integrate fully into their form class and school as a whole. The Form Teacher is the first point of contact for any pupils and / or their parents who have any concerns. Pupils are taught confidence building, study and life skills.Each pupil is allocated to a House in Year 8 and remains a member of that House during their time at school. Pupils compete for the House Cup, which is presented at Prize Night. All pupils can earn points for their House by taking part in a range of competitions and events held throughout the school year. Points are also awarded based on positive behaviour and attendance. The House System promotes teamwork, competition, responsibility and allows pupils from different year groups to get to know and work alongside each other.In the most recent ETI inspection the quality of the pastoral care was “Outstanding”.The report stated the following:“The pupils spoke with enthusiasm about the individual care and support provided by their teachers. The responses of parents who completed the confidential questionnaire indicated high levels of satisfaction with the work of the school.”CEIAG / PASTORAL CARE

Building The Future, Together06Aughnacloy College ProspectusSEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)At Aughnacloy College, we are committed to encouraging all our pupils to make the most of their individual potential. We recognise that many pupils will have additional learning needs in their school life which may create barriers to learning.In addition to the core teaching staff, classroom assistants help support our pupils in all areas of the curriculum. In the last few years, there has been a significant investment in assistive technologies to support students with additional learning needs.Assessment and ReportingIncorporated into the learning process, pupils are assessed throughout the school year with homework, class assessments and project or practical work monitored.Examinations and mock examinations at Key Stage 4 form an integral part of the assessment process. Key Stage 3 pupils are examined in December and June with reports issued after examinations to show outcomes.Parent meetings take place once a year for all year groups where parents can meet with teachers to discuss progress. Aside from parent meetings, parents are free to contact the school at any stage to arrange an appointment with a member of staff in order to address particular concerns.SEND (SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS AND DISABILITIES) / ASSESSMENT & REPORTING

Building The Future, Together07Aughnacloy College Prospectus“I am glad I decided to come to Aughnacloy College. My favourite subject is Technology & Design, I really enjoy learning new skills in the workshop.”Emily Gibson, Year 8

Building The Future, Together08Aughnacloy College Prospectus“I am working hard in my final year to achieve the best GCSE grades I possibly can. I have enjoyed my time at school, my teachers have always been helpful, supportive and approachable. I intend to pursue a career in nursing.”Mya Galloway – Year 12

Building The Future, Together09Aughnacloy College Prospectus• Two ICT suites with a wide range of technologies used to aid teaching and learning• High speed WiFi with numerous WAP’s providing access throughout the entire school building• 75” 4K ActivPanel Interactive Displays in every classroom• A state of the art Technology and Design suite which includes a large practical workshop with a wide range of tools and machinery alongside a dedicated classroom area with a large number of networked computers• A modern Home Economics suite with practical area and equipment• Two Science Laboratories• An Art Room with adjoining Photography Room• A modern Music Room with recording suite• English Department incorporating a Library, Drama Area and several dedicated classrooms• A canteen driven by our Pupil Council.• Disabled access facilities throughout the school• Welcoming visitor reception areaExtra CurricularThe school provides a wide range of extra curricular activities.Pupils are encouraged to actively participate in the wide range of extra curricular activities on offer at the College.The majority of extra curricular activities are detailed overleaf within the sport section, however, many activities are available aside from sport.FACILITIES AND EXTRA CURRICULARExtra curricular activities include:• Choir• Computer Club• Educational Trips• Games Club• Homework Club• Language Trips• Music Service• Music Tuition via EA• Scripture Union

Building The Future, Together10Aughnacloy College ProspectusAughnacloy College offer a wide range of sporting activities both through the Physical Education curriculum and as part of the schools wide ranging extra curricular programme.SPORTSports Facilities• New 3G pitch• 1 Gymnasium incorporating netball, basketball, volleyball, gymnastic and indoor football facilities• 1 Multi use all weather gravel pitch• Use of Dungannon Leisure Centre• Use of sports facilities in the local area.School Sports• Athletics• Badminton• Basketball• Canoeing• Circuit Training• Cross Country• Dance• Football• Games• Health Related Physical Education• Hockey• Netball• Rugby Union• Show Jumping• Softball• Swimming• Table-tennis• Tag Rugby• Tennis• Tug of War• Volleyball

Building The Future, Together11Aughnacloy College Prospectus“I attend South West College in Dungannon one day per week, to take my GCSE’s in Occupational Studies. I am currently completing a Joinery course and I am looking forward to learning about Vehicle Maintenance and Repair next year.”Adam Gray, Year 11

Building The Future, Together12Aughnacloy College ProspectusAughnacloy College have a strict uniform code which is compulsory to all pupils.Pupils are also required to have a specific regulation PE uniform.The official uniform supplier is Pauls, Aughnacloy.SCHOOL UNIFORMGeneral Uniform• Plain white shirt / blouse• Official school stripe tie• Grey trousers / knee length skirt• Grey school jumper• Navy blazer with school crest• Black shoes• Black socks / white knee socks / black tights• School scarf• School coat

Aughnacloy College ProspectusBuilding The Future, Together

Aughnacloy College ProspectusBuilding The Future, TogetherIf you wish to obtain further information about any aspect of the school or to discuss your child’s progress, please contact the school by telephone, in person or via email.Aughnacloy College, 23 Carnteel Road, Aughnacloy, Co. Tyrone, BT69 6DXT: 028 8555 7289 | E: info@aughnacloycollege.org.uk @AughnacloyCollege