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54Governor’s ForewordRéamhrá na nGobharnóiríOn behalf of the Board of Governors, staff and schoolcommunity of Cólaiste Feirste I extend a warm welcome to allour prospective pupils and to you their parents and guardians. Thanks for taking the time to read our prospectus. It providesdetails of the courses we offer, details on selection criteria and ataster of what we’re all about.We are now beyond our ‘thirtysomethings’. In our first schoolprospectus the then Governors recalled how “in the past someparents whose children recieved their primary educationthrough Irish had to send their children to Dublin in order toprovide Irish Language secondary education for them. Theopening of our own Irish-language second-level college is anhistoric and exciting opportunity.” The message of the last 30years is how, for each other, each and every one of us can makea difference. More than 3000 learners have received theireducation through Coláiste Feirste and they have gone on toclimb many different career ladders - to become nurses orteachers, journalists or artists, bakers, knitters, potters,tradespeople, policy makers, scientists and code leaders. Today,we - the Coláiste Feirste family must scale new heights and useour skills and our heads and hearts to ensure every year is aboutmaking that difference, for generations to come. ColáisteFeirste provides a tradition in learning and personaldevelopment. These strengths connect to offer a dynamic placein which to study and to grow. Thar ceann Bhord na nGobharnóirí, na foirne agus phobal scoileCholáiste Feirste, cuirim fearadh na fáilte roimh chohórt nabliana seo chugainn agus romhaibhse, a thuismitheoirí agus achaomhnóiríGo raibh maith agat as an réamheolaire seo a léamh. Tá eolasann ar na cúrsaí atá ar fáil anseo agus ar na critéir roghnúcháin,chomh maith le blaiseadh beag de shaol an Choláiste.Anois agus muid níos mó ná tríocha bliain ar an fhód is fiúcuimhneamh ar shliocht as an chéad réamheolaire a d’fhoilsighan scoil: “San am atá thart, b’éigean do roinnt tuismitheoirí abpáistí a chur go Baile Átha Cliath le meánscolaíocht Ghaeilge afháil. Tugann ár meánscoil nua Ghaelach deis stairiúil agusspeisialta dúinn”. Léirigh an tréimhse de thríocha bliain inadhiaidh sin an difear a rinne gach duine againn i bpobal anCholáiste sa scoil agus taobh amuigh di. D’fhreastal breis agus3000 foghlaimeoirí ar Choláiste Feirste agus is iomaí slí beatha alean siad nuair a d’imigh siad uainn, amhail altraí nó oidí,iriseoirí nó ealaíontóirí, báicéirí, cniotálaithe, potadóirí,ceardaithe, lucht déanta polasaithe, eolaithe agus códóirí. Inniu,ní mór do chlann Choláiste Feirste dul ó neart go neart le godtig linn an difear sin a dhéanamh arís, bliain i ndiaidh bliana dona glúnta atá le teacht. Cothaíonn Coláiste Feirste cultúr aligeann dá pobal foghlaim agus forbairt go pearsanta. Oibrímidle chéile le hionad dinimiciúil a chur ar fáil don staidéar agusdon fhás. The school’s development over recent years has beenstaggering and is driven by talented people working at theheart of everything we do. We will continue to take action to ensure the quality ofeducational provision is further enhanced. Across all ourwork, the same goal drives what we do: to bring pupils,parents and teachers together in delivering exceptionaleducational experiences and outcomes. The struggle against inequality continues on many frontsand we are thankful for the city wide support we receive. Inreturn we recognise that the fruits of that activism must beshared fairly not least in how services for young Irishspeakers are distributed and supported across the City andbeyond. Maximising returns on the recent capital investment is onlymade possible by more capital investment. ThroughSpórtlann we can now complete and share our story, but firstwe have to bring the work to its full fruition. We cannotafford to stand and wait: now is the time to finish theproject. The next phase of Spórtlann - which Belfast CityCouncil has already committed partly to fund is within our grasp. We hope your children will join our ranks and continue to bepart of the Gaelscoil movement. Coláiste Feirste is nothingwithout the people who make it great. Seán MistéilChairperson, Board of Governors, Coláiste FeirsteNíl léamh ná scríobh ná inse béil ar fhorbairt na scoile leblianta beaga anuas, forbairt a thiománann grúpacumasach atá i gcroílár na hoibre seo. Leanfaidh muid ar aghaidh leis an obair a chinntíonnardchaighdeán oideachais sna blianta atá romhainn. Tá ansprioc chéanna againn uilig, beag beann ar an tasc: ledaltaí, tuismitheoirí agus múinteoirí a thabhairt le chéile lehoideachas sármhaith a sholáthar do chách. Níor cuireadh stad leis an streachailt in éadan éagothroimeagus táimid buíoch as an tacaíocht a fhaighimid ar fud nacathrach. Mar bhuíochas, aithnímid go gcaithfidh torthaían ghníomhachais sin a roinnt go cothrom i meascchainteoirí óga Gaeilge i mBéal Feirste agus níos faideanonn.Ní féidir linn tairbhe iomlán a bhaint as infheistíochtchaipitiúil gan tuilleadh infheistíochta. Le Spórtlann, táimidiomaíoch agus ábalta ár scéal a roinnt, ach anoiscaithfimid an obair a thabhairt chun críche. Ní thaganncaonach ar chloch reatha, agus is mithid dúinn an togra achríochnú. Táimid réidh don chéad chéim eile de Spórtlann– in éineacht le Comhairle Cathrach Bhéal Feirste a gheallcuid den mhaoiniú cheana féin. Tá súil againn go mbeidh do pháistí inár measc agus goleanfaidh siad ar aghaidh mar chuid de ghluaiseacht naGaelscolaíochta. Níorbh fhiú faic Coláiste Feirste gan aphobal iontach.Seán MistéilCathaoirleach, Bord na nGobharnóirí, Coláiste Feirste[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 4
54Governor’s ForewordRéamhrá na nGobharnóiríOn behalf of the Board of Governors, staff and schoolcommunity of Cólaiste Feirste I extend a warm welcome to allour prospective pupils and to you their parents and guardians. Thanks for taking the time to read our prospectus. It providesdetails of the courses we offer, details on selection criteria and ataster of what we’re all about.We are now beyond our ‘thirtysomethings’. In our first schoolprospectus the then Governors recalled how “in the past someparents whose children recieved their primary educationthrough Irish had to send their children to Dublin in order toprovide Irish Language secondary education for them. Theopening of our own Irish-language second-level college is anhistoric and exciting opportunity.” The message of the last 30years is how, for each other, each and every one of us can makea difference. More than 3000 learners have received theireducation through Coláiste Feirste and they have gone on toclimb many different career ladders - to become nurses orteachers, journalists or artists, bakers, knitters, potters,tradespeople, policy makers, scientists and code leaders. Today,we - the Coláiste Feirste family must scale new heights and useour skills and our heads and hearts to ensure every year is aboutmaking that difference, for generations to come. ColáisteFeirste provides a tradition in learning and personaldevelopment. These strengths connect to offer a dynamic placein which to study and to grow. Thar ceann Bhord na nGobharnóirí, na foirne agus phobal scoileCholáiste Feirste, cuirim fearadh na fáilte roimh chohórt nabliana seo chugainn agus romhaibhse, a thuismitheoirí agus achaomhnóiríGo raibh maith agat as an réamheolaire seo a léamh. Tá eolasann ar na cúrsaí atá ar fáil anseo agus ar na critéir roghnúcháin,chomh maith le blaiseadh beag de shaol an Choláiste.Anois agus muid níos mó ná tríocha bliain ar an fhód is fiúcuimhneamh ar shliocht as an chéad réamheolaire a d’fhoilsighan scoil: “San am atá thart, b’éigean do roinnt tuismitheoirí abpáistí a chur go Baile Átha Cliath le meánscolaíocht Ghaeilge afháil. Tugann ár meánscoil nua Ghaelach deis stairiúil agusspeisialta dúinn”. Léirigh an tréimhse de thríocha bliain inadhiaidh sin an difear a rinne gach duine againn i bpobal anCholáiste sa scoil agus taobh amuigh di. D’fhreastal breis agus3000 foghlaimeoirí ar Choláiste Feirste agus is iomaí slí beatha alean siad nuair a d’imigh siad uainn, amhail altraí nó oidí,iriseoirí nó ealaíontóirí, báicéirí, cniotálaithe, potadóirí,ceardaithe, lucht déanta polasaithe, eolaithe agus códóirí. Inniu,ní mór do chlann Choláiste Feirste dul ó neart go neart le godtig linn an difear sin a dhéanamh arís, bliain i ndiaidh bliana dona glúnta atá le teacht. Cothaíonn Coláiste Feirste cultúr aligeann dá pobal foghlaim agus forbairt go pearsanta. Oibrímidle chéile le hionad dinimiciúil a chur ar fáil don staidéar agusdon fhás. The school’s development over recent years has beenstaggering and is driven by talented people working at theheart of everything we do. We will continue to take action to ensure the quality ofeducational provision is further enhanced. Across all ourwork, the same goal drives what we do: to bring pupils,parents and teachers together in delivering exceptionaleducational experiences and outcomes. The struggle against inequality continues on many frontsand we are thankful for the city wide support we receive. Inreturn we recognise that the fruits of that activism must beshared fairly not least in how services for young Irishspeakers are distributed and supported across the City andbeyond. Maximising returns on the recent capital investment is onlymade possible by more capital investment. ThroughSpórtlann we can now complete and share our story, but firstwe have to bring the work to its full fruition. We cannotafford to stand and wait: now is the time to finish theproject. The next phase of Spórtlann - which Belfast CityCouncil has already committed partly to fund is within our grasp. We hope your children will join our ranks and continue to bepart of the Gaelscoil movement. Coláiste Feirste is nothingwithout the people who make it great. Seán MistéilChairperson, Board of Governors, Coláiste FeirsteNíl léamh ná scríobh ná inse béil ar fhorbairt na scoile leblianta beaga anuas, forbairt a thiománann grúpacumasach atá i gcroílár na hoibre seo. Leanfaidh muid ar aghaidh leis an obair a chinntíonnardchaighdeán oideachais sna blianta atá romhainn. Tá ansprioc chéanna againn uilig, beag beann ar an tasc: ledaltaí, tuismitheoirí agus múinteoirí a thabhairt le chéile lehoideachas sármhaith a sholáthar do chách. Níor cuireadh stad leis an streachailt in éadan éagothroimeagus táimid buíoch as an tacaíocht a fhaighimid ar fud nacathrach. Mar bhuíochas, aithnímid go gcaithfidh torthaían ghníomhachais sin a roinnt go cothrom i meascchainteoirí óga Gaeilge i mBéal Feirste agus níos faideanonn.Ní féidir linn tairbhe iomlán a bhaint as infheistíochtchaipitiúil gan tuilleadh infheistíochta. Le Spórtlann, táimidiomaíoch agus ábalta ár scéal a roinnt, ach anoiscaithfimid an obair a thabhairt chun críche. Ní thaganncaonach ar chloch reatha, agus is mithid dúinn an togra achríochnú. Táimid réidh don chéad chéim eile de Spórtlann– in éineacht le Comhairle Cathrach Bhéal Feirste a gheallcuid den mhaoiniú cheana féin. Tá súil againn go mbeidh do pháistí inár measc agus goleanfaidh siad ar aghaidh mar chuid de ghluaiseacht naGaelscolaíochta. Níorbh fhiú faic Coláiste Feirste gan aphobal iontach.Seán MistéilCathaoirleach, Bord na nGobharnóirí, Coláiste Feirste[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 4
76Focal ón PhríomhoideIs mór an pléisiúr dom an Réamheolaire seo achur i do láthair. Sna leathanaigh seo a leanasgheobhaidh tú blas beag de shaibhreas agusd’éagsúlacht thaithí an dalta ar CholáisteFeirste.Cruthaíonn an Ghaeilge timpeallacht foghlama cumhachtach dárndaltaí. Maidir le torthaí acadúla, tá Coláiste Feirste ar na scoileannaneamhroghnacha is mó rath le blianta beaga anuas. Cuireann muidsíneadh ar na daltaí a bhfuil bua acadúil acu agus gnóthaíonn siadgráid A* go rialta i réimse leathan ábhar. Trínár n-Ionad TacaíochtaFoghlama nuálach tugann muid tacaíocht chuí do dhaltaí a bhfuildua ar leith acu le go ngnóthóidh siad thar a bpoitéinseal. Agussoláthraíonn muid curaclam an-leathan le freastal ar riachtanais,ábaltachtaí agus suimeanna gach uile dhalta. Dá bhrí seo, de ghnáthtugann muid ar ais sa tSéú Foirm 80-90% de na daltaí anois, ágcoinneáil agus á gcothú sa chóras oideachais agus á n-ullmhú donstaidéar tríú leibhéil.A Word from the PrincipalIt is with great pleasure that I introduce you to our schoolProspectus. Within these pages you will get a flavour of how richand varied the pupil experience is at Coláiste Feirste.The Irish language creates a powerful learning environment for ourpupils. In terms of academic results, Coláiste Feirste has beenamong the top performing non-selective schools for several years.We stretch and challenge our academically gifted pupils to achieveA* grades in a range of subjects. We support pupils with particulardifficulties through our innovative Learning Support Centre toachieve beyond their potential. And we provide an extensivecurriculum to meet the needs, abilities and interests of eachindividual pupil. As a result, we normally take back 80-90% of pupilsinto Sixth Form, keeping them in the education system andpreparing them for successful third-level study.Mícheál Mac Giolla GhunnaPríomhoide Cad chuige a bhfuil an oiread sin ratha ar Choláiste Feirste? Mar gobhfreastalaíonn muid ar gach páiste mar dhuine aonair; mar go bhfuilfoireann dhúthrachtach le hardscileanna againn; mar go bhfuil córastréadchúraim agus tacaíochta pearsanta éifeachtach againn; mar gurpobal scoile sona sásta sinn. Thar gach ní eile tá eispéarasoideachasúil den scoth ar Choláiste Feirste mar go bhfuil sainmheonGaeilge go smior ionainn a spreagann ár ndaoine óga creidbheáil iontuféin mar Ghaeil agus gnóthú dá réir.Gnóthaíonn ár gcuid daltaí go hacadúil. Ach gnóthaíonn siad fosta saspórt, sa drámaíocht, san ealaín agus sa cheol. Gnóthaíonn siad snahimeachtaí seach-churaclaim éagsúla. Fásann siad go pearsanta agusgo sóisialta i dtimpeallacht shábháilte bunaithe ar chaidrimh shonaláidre. Imíonn siad amach sa tsaol le gnóthú i réimse gairmeacha agusslite beatha. Tugann siad leo na tréithe a chothaigh siad ar CholáisteFeirste, féinmhuinín, misneach, dearcadh pobail agus líofacht saGhaeilge. Seo an fhís atá againn don pháiste s’agatsa.Leanann Coláiste Feirste den fhás, den tsíorfheabhsú, den nuálú. Táaistear corraitheach romhainn don chéad seacht mbliana eile. Tugaimcuireadh duit bheith linn.Why is Coláiste Feirste so successful? Because we meet the needs ofeach child as an individual; because we have a dedicated and highly-skilled staff; because we have an excellent pastoral and personalsupport system; because we have a happy school community. Aboveall we offer an excellent educational experience at Coláiste Feirstebecause we have a strong Irish language ethos which inspires youngpeople to believe in themselves as proud young Gaels and to achieveaccordingly.Our pupils achieve academically. But they also achieve in sport,drama, art and music. They achieve in the varied extra-curricularactivities. They grow personally and socially in a safe environmentbuilt on strong happy relationships. They go on to achieve beyondschool in a wide variety of professions and walks of life. These arebright, successful young people, taking with them the Coláiste Feirstequalities: a self-belief, a sense of community and a fluency in the Irishlanguage. This is what we wish for your child.Coláiste Feirste continues to grow, to improve, to innovate. The nextseven years will be an exciting journey. We invite you to join us.Mícheál Mac Giolla GhunnaPrincipalRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 6
76Focal ón PhríomhoideIs mór an pléisiúr dom an Réamheolaire seo achur i do láthair. Sna leathanaigh seo a leanasgheobhaidh tú blas beag de shaibhreas agusd’éagsúlacht thaithí an dalta ar CholáisteFeirste.Cruthaíonn an Ghaeilge timpeallacht foghlama cumhachtach dárndaltaí. Maidir le torthaí acadúla, tá Coláiste Feirste ar na scoileannaneamhroghnacha is mó rath le blianta beaga anuas. Cuireann muidsíneadh ar na daltaí a bhfuil bua acadúil acu agus gnóthaíonn siadgráid A* go rialta i réimse leathan ábhar. Trínár n-Ionad TacaíochtaFoghlama nuálach tugann muid tacaíocht chuí do dhaltaí a bhfuildua ar leith acu le go ngnóthóidh siad thar a bpoitéinseal. Agussoláthraíonn muid curaclam an-leathan le freastal ar riachtanais,ábaltachtaí agus suimeanna gach uile dhalta. Dá bhrí seo, de ghnáthtugann muid ar ais sa tSéú Foirm 80-90% de na daltaí anois, ágcoinneáil agus á gcothú sa chóras oideachais agus á n-ullmhú donstaidéar tríú leibhéil.A Word from the PrincipalIt is with great pleasure that I introduce you to our schoolProspectus. Within these pages you will get a flavour of how richand varied the pupil experience is at Coláiste Feirste.The Irish language creates a powerful learning environment for ourpupils. In terms of academic results, Coláiste Feirste has beenamong the top performing non-selective schools for several years.We stretch and challenge our academically gifted pupils to achieveA* grades in a range of subjects. We support pupils with particulardifficulties through our innovative Learning Support Centre toachieve beyond their potential. And we provide an extensivecurriculum to meet the needs, abilities and interests of eachindividual pupil. As a result, we normally take back 80-90% of pupilsinto Sixth Form, keeping them in the education system andpreparing them for successful third-level study.Mícheál Mac Giolla GhunnaPríomhoide Cad chuige a bhfuil an oiread sin ratha ar Choláiste Feirste? Mar gobhfreastalaíonn muid ar gach páiste mar dhuine aonair; mar go bhfuilfoireann dhúthrachtach le hardscileanna againn; mar go bhfuil córastréadchúraim agus tacaíochta pearsanta éifeachtach againn; mar gurpobal scoile sona sásta sinn. Thar gach ní eile tá eispéarasoideachasúil den scoth ar Choláiste Feirste mar go bhfuil sainmheonGaeilge go smior ionainn a spreagann ár ndaoine óga creidbheáil iontuféin mar Ghaeil agus gnóthú dá réir.Gnóthaíonn ár gcuid daltaí go hacadúil. Ach gnóthaíonn siad fosta saspórt, sa drámaíocht, san ealaín agus sa cheol. Gnóthaíonn siad snahimeachtaí seach-churaclaim éagsúla. Fásann siad go pearsanta agusgo sóisialta i dtimpeallacht shábháilte bunaithe ar chaidrimh shonaláidre. Imíonn siad amach sa tsaol le gnóthú i réimse gairmeacha agusslite beatha. Tugann siad leo na tréithe a chothaigh siad ar CholáisteFeirste, féinmhuinín, misneach, dearcadh pobail agus líofacht saGhaeilge. Seo an fhís atá againn don pháiste s’agatsa.Leanann Coláiste Feirste den fhás, den tsíorfheabhsú, den nuálú. Táaistear corraitheach romhainn don chéad seacht mbliana eile. Tugaimcuireadh duit bheith linn.Why is Coláiste Feirste so successful? Because we meet the needs ofeach child as an individual; because we have a dedicated and highly-skilled staff; because we have an excellent pastoral and personalsupport system; because we have a happy school community. Aboveall we offer an excellent educational experience at Coláiste Feirstebecause we have a strong Irish language ethos which inspires youngpeople to believe in themselves as proud young Gaels and to achieveaccordingly.Our pupils achieve academically. But they also achieve in sport,drama, art and music. They achieve in the varied extra-curricularactivities. They grow personally and socially in a safe environmentbuilt on strong happy relationships. They go on to achieve beyondschool in a wide variety of professions and walks of life. These arebright, successful young people, taking with them the Coláiste Feirstequalities: a self-belief, a sense of community and a fluency in the Irishlanguage. This is what we wish for your child.Coláiste Feirste continues to grow, to improve, to innovate. The nextseven years will be an exciting journey. We invite you to join us.Mícheál Mac Giolla GhunnaPrincipalRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 6
98Ceannaireacht don tsíorfheabhsúÓ bunaíodh i 1991 é, d’fhás agus d’fhorbair Coláiste Feirste ascuimse. Tháinig méadú suntasach ar líon na ndaltaí, líon nafoirne, ar an tsoláthar curaclaim, ar acmhainní agus áiseanna. Salá atá inniu ann, tá an scoil suite i gcroílár na Ceathrún Gaeltachtai mBéal Feirste, go fisiciúil agus go meonach. Tá foireann mhórardcháilithe de 73 mhúinteoirí ann agus 983 dalta ag teacht ó 11bhunscoil i mórcheantar Bhéal Feirste. Le 5 bliana anuas tá an-rath ar Choláiste Feirste, de réir tagarmharcála torthaí scrúduitheleis na scoileanna Béarla sa tuaisceart.Leantar den tsíorfhorbairt seo i rith an ama. Fuair muidinfheistíocht chun áiseanna teagaisc agus spóirt den chéad scotha thógáil. Cuireann na háiseanna seo leis na deiseannaoideachasúla is féidir linn a thairiscint do dhéagóirí naGaelscolaíochta. Cheadaigh an Roinn Oideachais moladhforbartha don scoil i mí na Nollag 2020 chun cur leis an líoniontrála scoile agus tugadh cóiríocht bhreise dúinn mar gheall airseo. Chuir muid soláthar ar leith ar bun do dhaltaí Bhliain 8 imbliana chun an t-aistriú scoile a éascú. De bharr an fháisthapaidh i líon na ndaltaí áfach, ní leor na háiseanna iontacha seole freastal ar riachtanais na ndaltaí. Leanann muid linn agéileamh tuilleadh áiseanna don fhadtréimhse. Tá muid anois agcuartú áit i dtuaisceart Bhéal Feirste chun soláthar iar-bhunscolaíochta eile a chur ar bun.Is iomaí dúshlán agus roinnt fadhbanna ar an aistear seo.Sháraigh muid iad mar gheall ar ár gcreidbheáil phaiseanta imbuntáistí an Ghaeloideachais agus mar gheall ar chaighdeán naceannasaíochta i bpobal na scoile – ó thuismitheoirí agus daltaí, ómhúinteoirí agus gobharnóirí scoile. Chuir Coláiste Feirsteinfheistíocht mhór isteach go háirithe i gceannaireacht sinsearachscoile a ghlacann cur chuige nuálach leis an oideachas, afhorbraíonn oideolaíocht lánGhaeilge agus a thugann faoithosaíochtaí straitéiseacha soiléire a chuirfidh feabhsú areispéaras agus ar thorthaí oideachasúla na ndaltaí – próiseassíorfheabhsaithe, ó théarma go téarma, ó bhliain go bliain.Cinnteoidh an cumas ceannaireachta seo go leanfaidh ColáisteFeirste den tsíordhul chun cinn go ceann na mblianta seochugainn le freastal go héifeachtach ar riachtanais agusuaillmhianta éagsúla ár ndaoine óga. Leadership for ContinuousImprovement Since its establishment in 1991 Coláiste Feirste has expandedand developed at an amazing rate. Its pupil numbers,teaching staff, curriculum offer, resources and facilities haveall grown and blossomed. Today the school is situated at theheart of Belfast’s Gaeltacht Quarter both physically andconceptually. There is a large complement of 73 highlyqualified and enthusiastic teachers and 983 pupils drawnfrom the 11 bunscoil in the greater Belfast area. For the past5 years Coláiste Feirste, when its exam results arebenchmarked against the English-medium sector, has beenvery successful. This constant development continues. Having acquiredcapital investment from the Department of Education, wenow have excellent teaching and sports’ facilities. This hasextended further the range of opportunities Coláiste Feirsteoffers to Gaelscoil children. In 2020 DE approved a furtherdevelopment proposal to increase school enrolment numbersand expand facilities further. We have received some extraaccommodation facilities this year which we have used tocreate a bespoke Year 8 provision. However, as demand forpupil places continues to grow rapidly, these excellentfacilities do not accommodate pupils’ requirementsadequately. Therefore we continue to fight for furtherfacilities to meet our pupils’ requirements in the longer-term.We are also seeking a site in north Belfast to develop aprovision of Coláiste Feirste there.There have been many challenges and a few set-backs alongthe way. These have been overcome by the passionate beliefin the benefits of Irish-medium education and by the qualityof leadership within the school community – from parentsand pupils to teachers and school governors. In particular,Coláiste Feirste has invested heavily in senior leadershipcapacity in the school which takes an innovate approach toeducation, develops Irish-medium pedagogy and focuses onclear strategic priorities which will improve the educationalexperience and outcomes for pupils – a process of constantimprovement, term by term, year by year. This leadership capacity will ensure that Coláiste Feirstecontinues to move forward in the coming years to meetvaried needs and aspirations of our young people. A dynamic & expanding ethosColáiste Feirste aims to provide post primary education of thehighest quality through the medium of the Irish language andis committed to excellence in every aspect of this work. Theschool has many years of experience in this field and offersan educational experience which develops the social,intellectual and technical skills of the young people in ourcare. Their education in Coláiste Feirste enables pupils tobecome fulfilled and caring adults and it encourages them tosee their language and culture as a valuable and livingheritage from which they can derive pleasure andsatisfaction, while at the same time making them aware,tolerant and appreciative of other traditions, views andlifestyles. Coláiste Feirste is a co-educational, all-ability, comprehensiveschool and as such it embraces tolerance and welcomesdiversity. The school seeks to cultivate confidence and self-assertiveness in its pupils allowing them to express fully theirown identity and culture. Our staff seeks to foster youngpeople who will in the future play active, constructive,progressive roles in our community and in society as a whole.We hope to instil in them the values necessary to beresponsible parents, workers, leaders and contributingmembers of society in the future.Exemplary conduct is encouraged and expected of the pupilsboth inside and outside of the school. They are expected tohave respect for themselves and for others. They areexpected to wear their school uniform with pride. Our school endeavours to provide an educational servicewhich enables pupils to obtain qualifications, knowledge,experiences and necessary life skills. We believe that everypupil has the ability to reach his/her full potential with regardto social, personal and educational development. We believethat the pupil, parents, teachers and school management arecollectively responsible for this aim and must work togetherto achieve it. We expect that parents will support and assist the teachers inupholding the aims and ethos of the school.Sainmheon CumhachtachBríomhar Is í príomhaidhm Choláiste Feirste an réimse is leithne iar-bhunoideachais trí mheán na Gaeilge a sholáthar agus barrfeabhais a bhaint amach i ngach gné den obair sin. Tá bliantafada de thaithí ag an scoil ar iar-bhunscolaíocht lán-Ghaeilgea chur ar fáil a thugann dár gcuid daltaí na scileanna sóisialta,intleachtúla agus teicniúla a chuideoidh leo bheith inandaoine fásta iomlána agus geanúla. Spreagann muid árgcuid daltaí le haithint gur oidhreacht bheo luachmhar í adteanga agus a gcultúr as a dtig leo pléisiúr agus sásamh abhaint as. Cothaíonn muid eolas, caoinfhulaingt agus measiontu fosta i leith traidisiúin, dearcaidh agus stíleanna beathadaoine eile.Is scoil ilchumais, chomhoideachais í Coláiste Feirste.Cothaítear muinín agus cinnteacht sna daltaí i dtaca lenabhféiniúlacht agus lena sainchultúr féin. Féachann foireann nascoile le daoine óga a chothú a mbeidh páirt ghníomhachéifeachtach fhorásach acu inár bpobal féin agus sa tsochaí tríchéile. Is mian linn luachanna a chothú iontu a chuirfidh ar agcumas bheith rannpháirteach mar thuismitheoirí, maroibrithe, mar cheannairí agus mar shaoránaigh ghníomhachasa tsochaí san am atá le teacht.Bítear ag súil leis an chuid is fearr den dea-iompar ó dhaltaílaistigh agus lasmuigh den scoil agus go mbeidh meas acuorthu féin agus ar dhaoine eile. Bítear ag súil go gcaithfidhsiad culaith Choláiste Feirste le bród agus go mbeidh siadfeistithe mar ba chóir. Soláthraíonn Coláiste Feirste seirbhís oideachais a chuireannar chumas na ndaltaí eolas, éispéiris, cáilíochtaí agusscileanna riachtanacha saoil a bhaint amach. Creideann muidgo bhfuil sé ar chumas gach dalta a (h)acmhainneacht iomlána bhaint amach maidir le forbairt shóisialta, phearsanta agusoideachasúil. Dar linn go bhfuil an dalta, na tuismitheoirí, namúinteoirí agus foireann bhainistíochta na scoilecomhfhreagrach as an sprioc seo a bhaint amach agus gogcaithfidh siad comhoibriú lena chéile leis sin a dhéanamh.Bítear ag súil le tuismitheoirí tacaíocht a thabhairt doshainmheon na scoile agus cuidiú leis na múinteoiríaidhmeanna na scoile a chaomhnú.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 8
98Ceannaireacht don tsíorfheabhsúÓ bunaíodh i 1991 é, d’fhás agus d’fhorbair Coláiste Feirste ascuimse. Tháinig méadú suntasach ar líon na ndaltaí, líon nafoirne, ar an tsoláthar curaclaim, ar acmhainní agus áiseanna. Salá atá inniu ann, tá an scoil suite i gcroílár na Ceathrún Gaeltachtai mBéal Feirste, go fisiciúil agus go meonach. Tá foireann mhórardcháilithe de 73 mhúinteoirí ann agus 983 dalta ag teacht ó 11bhunscoil i mórcheantar Bhéal Feirste. Le 5 bliana anuas tá an-rath ar Choláiste Feirste, de réir tagarmharcála torthaí scrúduitheleis na scoileanna Béarla sa tuaisceart.Leantar den tsíorfhorbairt seo i rith an ama. Fuair muidinfheistíocht chun áiseanna teagaisc agus spóirt den chéad scotha thógáil. Cuireann na háiseanna seo leis na deiseannaoideachasúla is féidir linn a thairiscint do dhéagóirí naGaelscolaíochta. Cheadaigh an Roinn Oideachais moladhforbartha don scoil i mí na Nollag 2020 chun cur leis an líoniontrála scoile agus tugadh cóiríocht bhreise dúinn mar gheall airseo. Chuir muid soláthar ar leith ar bun do dhaltaí Bhliain 8 imbliana chun an t-aistriú scoile a éascú. De bharr an fháisthapaidh i líon na ndaltaí áfach, ní leor na háiseanna iontacha seole freastal ar riachtanais na ndaltaí. Leanann muid linn agéileamh tuilleadh áiseanna don fhadtréimhse. Tá muid anois agcuartú áit i dtuaisceart Bhéal Feirste chun soláthar iar-bhunscolaíochta eile a chur ar bun.Is iomaí dúshlán agus roinnt fadhbanna ar an aistear seo.Sháraigh muid iad mar gheall ar ár gcreidbheáil phaiseanta imbuntáistí an Ghaeloideachais agus mar gheall ar chaighdeán naceannasaíochta i bpobal na scoile – ó thuismitheoirí agus daltaí, ómhúinteoirí agus gobharnóirí scoile. Chuir Coláiste Feirsteinfheistíocht mhór isteach go háirithe i gceannaireacht sinsearachscoile a ghlacann cur chuige nuálach leis an oideachas, afhorbraíonn oideolaíocht lánGhaeilge agus a thugann faoithosaíochtaí straitéiseacha soiléire a chuirfidh feabhsú areispéaras agus ar thorthaí oideachasúla na ndaltaí – próiseassíorfheabhsaithe, ó théarma go téarma, ó bhliain go bliain.Cinnteoidh an cumas ceannaireachta seo go leanfaidh ColáisteFeirste den tsíordhul chun cinn go ceann na mblianta seochugainn le freastal go héifeachtach ar riachtanais agusuaillmhianta éagsúla ár ndaoine óga. Leadership for ContinuousImprovement Since its establishment in 1991 Coláiste Feirste has expandedand developed at an amazing rate. Its pupil numbers,teaching staff, curriculum offer, resources and facilities haveall grown and blossomed. Today the school is situated at theheart of Belfast’s Gaeltacht Quarter both physically andconceptually. There is a large complement of 73 highlyqualified and enthusiastic teachers and 983 pupils drawnfrom the 11 bunscoil in the greater Belfast area. For the past5 years Coláiste Feirste, when its exam results arebenchmarked against the English-medium sector, has beenvery successful. This constant development continues. Having acquiredcapital investment from the Department of Education, wenow have excellent teaching and sports’ facilities. This hasextended further the range of opportunities Coláiste Feirsteoffers to Gaelscoil children. In 2020 DE approved a furtherdevelopment proposal to increase school enrolment numbersand expand facilities further. We have received some extraaccommodation facilities this year which we have used tocreate a bespoke Year 8 provision. However, as demand forpupil places continues to grow rapidly, these excellentfacilities do not accommodate pupils’ requirementsadequately. Therefore we continue to fight for furtherfacilities to meet our pupils’ requirements in the longer-term.We are also seeking a site in north Belfast to develop aprovision of Coláiste Feirste there.There have been many challenges and a few set-backs alongthe way. These have been overcome by the passionate beliefin the benefits of Irish-medium education and by the qualityof leadership within the school community – from parentsand pupils to teachers and school governors. In particular,Coláiste Feirste has invested heavily in senior leadershipcapacity in the school which takes an innovate approach toeducation, develops Irish-medium pedagogy and focuses onclear strategic priorities which will improve the educationalexperience and outcomes for pupils – a process of constantimprovement, term by term, year by year. This leadership capacity will ensure that Coláiste Feirstecontinues to move forward in the coming years to meetvaried needs and aspirations of our young people. A dynamic & expanding ethosColáiste Feirste aims to provide post primary education of thehighest quality through the medium of the Irish language andis committed to excellence in every aspect of this work. Theschool has many years of experience in this field and offersan educational experience which develops the social,intellectual and technical skills of the young people in ourcare. Their education in Coláiste Feirste enables pupils tobecome fulfilled and caring adults and it encourages them tosee their language and culture as a valuable and livingheritage from which they can derive pleasure andsatisfaction, while at the same time making them aware,tolerant and appreciative of other traditions, views andlifestyles. Coláiste Feirste is a co-educational, all-ability, comprehensiveschool and as such it embraces tolerance and welcomesdiversity. The school seeks to cultivate confidence and self-assertiveness in its pupils allowing them to express fully theirown identity and culture. Our staff seeks to foster youngpeople who will in the future play active, constructive,progressive roles in our community and in society as a whole.We hope to instil in them the values necessary to beresponsible parents, workers, leaders and contributingmembers of society in the future.Exemplary conduct is encouraged and expected of the pupilsboth inside and outside of the school. They are expected tohave respect for themselves and for others. They areexpected to wear their school uniform with pride. Our school endeavours to provide an educational servicewhich enables pupils to obtain qualifications, knowledge,experiences and necessary life skills. We believe that everypupil has the ability to reach his/her full potential with regardto social, personal and educational development. We believethat the pupil, parents, teachers and school management arecollectively responsible for this aim and must work togetherto achieve it. We expect that parents will support and assist the teachers inupholding the aims and ethos of the school.Sainmheon CumhachtachBríomhar Is í príomhaidhm Choláiste Feirste an réimse is leithne iar-bhunoideachais trí mheán na Gaeilge a sholáthar agus barrfeabhais a bhaint amach i ngach gné den obair sin. Tá bliantafada de thaithí ag an scoil ar iar-bhunscolaíocht lán-Ghaeilgea chur ar fáil a thugann dár gcuid daltaí na scileanna sóisialta,intleachtúla agus teicniúla a chuideoidh leo bheith inandaoine fásta iomlána agus geanúla. Spreagann muid árgcuid daltaí le haithint gur oidhreacht bheo luachmhar í adteanga agus a gcultúr as a dtig leo pléisiúr agus sásamh abhaint as. Cothaíonn muid eolas, caoinfhulaingt agus measiontu fosta i leith traidisiúin, dearcaidh agus stíleanna beathadaoine eile.Is scoil ilchumais, chomhoideachais í Coláiste Feirste.Cothaítear muinín agus cinnteacht sna daltaí i dtaca lenabhféiniúlacht agus lena sainchultúr féin. Féachann foireann nascoile le daoine óga a chothú a mbeidh páirt ghníomhachéifeachtach fhorásach acu inár bpobal féin agus sa tsochaí tríchéile. Is mian linn luachanna a chothú iontu a chuirfidh ar agcumas bheith rannpháirteach mar thuismitheoirí, maroibrithe, mar cheannairí agus mar shaoránaigh ghníomhachasa tsochaí san am atá le teacht.Bítear ag súil leis an chuid is fearr den dea-iompar ó dhaltaílaistigh agus lasmuigh den scoil agus go mbeidh meas acuorthu féin agus ar dhaoine eile. Bítear ag súil go gcaithfidhsiad culaith Choláiste Feirste le bród agus go mbeidh siadfeistithe mar ba chóir. Soláthraíonn Coláiste Feirste seirbhís oideachais a chuireannar chumas na ndaltaí eolas, éispéiris, cáilíochtaí agusscileanna riachtanacha saoil a bhaint amach. Creideann muidgo bhfuil sé ar chumas gach dalta a (h)acmhainneacht iomlána bhaint amach maidir le forbairt shóisialta, phearsanta agusoideachasúil. Dar linn go bhfuil an dalta, na tuismitheoirí, namúinteoirí agus foireann bhainistíochta na scoilecomhfhreagrach as an sprioc seo a bhaint amach agus gogcaithfidh siad comhoibriú lena chéile leis sin a dhéanamh.Bítear ag súil le tuismitheoirí tacaíocht a thabhairt doshainmheon na scoile agus cuidiú leis na múinteoiríaidhmeanna na scoile a chaomhnú.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 8
1110Foireann na Scoile 2023/24Foireann Ceannaireachta ScoileSchool Leadership TeamRól Micheál Mac Giolla Ghunna Príomhoide PrincipalDanielle Ní Riabhaigh Leas-Phríomhoide Curaclaim / Vice-Principal Curriculum Emer Mhic an Fhailí Leas-Phríomhoide Tréadchúraim / Vice-PrincipalPastoral CareDomhnall Ó Néill Bainisteoir Curaclaim / Eochairchéim 5 / Curriculum andKey Stage 5 ManagerWayne Pickering Bainisteoir Tréadchúraim / Eochairchéim 3 Pastoral and/ Key Stage 3 ManagerMary Uí Dhaimhín CoRSO /SENCOCaitlín Ní Ruanaidh Bainisteoir um Fhoghlaim agus Forbairt Ghairme / Senior Manager for Learning and Sta DevelopmentMúinteoir Ábhar Ról Ceannaireachta Brónach Uí Mhurchú Tíreolaíocht Ceann Ábhair / Head of Department Oifigeach Cláir ama / TimetablerRónán Ó Scolláin Tíreolaíocht Gaisce Ceann Bliana / Year Head Tigernach Ní Chasaide Tíreolaíocht Frances Ní hAodha Tíreolaíocht Eolaíocht Séamas Mac Colaim Mata Ceann Ábhair (EC4/5) / Head of Department(KS4/5)Ceann Bliana / Year HeadAlana Nic an Bhaird Mata Ceann Ábhair (EC3) / Head of Department (KS3)Aoife Nic Conmhidhigh Mata Leas CB / Deputy HoYDaithí Ó hAnluain MataRachel Uí Bheaglaoich MataEimear Nic Ionrachtaigh Mata StairGaraí Mac Roibeaird MataCathal Mac Seáin Béarla Ceann Ábhair / Head of Department Brónagh Nic Ainmhire BéarlaNiamh Nic Giolla Rua BéarlaNiamh Nic Cailín Béarla Ceann Bliana / Year HeadCiara Nic Fhail BéarlaMoya Mhig Uidhir BéarlaAlex Nic Néighill Béarla Mata Leas CB / Deputy HoYRoibeard Mac Siacais Béarla Mata Seán Ó hEacháin Gaeilge Ceann Ábhair / HoD Comhordaitheoir ScoileannaSínte / Extended Schools Co-ordinatorDomhnall Ó Néill GaeilgeMairsile Nic Cába Gaeilge Ceann Bliana / Year HeadMúinteoir Ábhar Ról Ceannaireachta Mairsile Nic Cába Gaeilge Ceann Bliana / Year HeadBreanda Uí Chléirigh GaeilgeMáirín Ní Laifeartaigh GaeilgeMaedhbh Nic Aindreasa GaeilgeEIG Ceann Bliana / Year HeadPádraig Ó Preith GaeilgeMata TFCTania Ní Dhoibhilin GaeilgeCiarán Mag Aoidh Corpoideachas Ceann Ábhair / Head of Department: Pádraig Mac Giolla Bhríde Corpoideachas Comhordaitheoir Spórt / Sports’ Co-ordinatorMáire Ní Mhaolchallan CorpoideachasMáighréad Mhic Uait CorpoideachasRóisín Nic Giolla Bhríde Ealaín Ceann Ábhair / Head of DepartmentCárágh Ní Cholmáin EalaínLauren Ní Fhairchloiche Ealaín EIGBrónagh Nic an Lia Eacnamaíocht Baile Ceann Ábhair / Head of DepartmentCiarraí-Áine Ní Ruanaidh Eacnamaíocht Baile Leas CB / Deputy HoYCaitlín Ní Chléirigh Ábhair GhinearáltaAislín Ní Choinn Gaeilge FSO Ceann Bliana / Year HeadEithne Nic an Bheatha FSO Ceann Ábhair FSO / HoD LLWLeas CB/Deputy HoYTiarnán Ó Faircheallaigh Ábhair GhinearáltaStephanie Uí Eachaidh Drámaíocht Ceann Bliana / Year HeadMáire Mhic Dhomhnaill DrámaíochtDrithle Nic Adaimh DrámaíochtCailín Ní Ruanaidh Eolaíocht Ceann Ábhair / Head ofDepartmentComhordaitheoir Gairmthreorach/CEIAG Co-ordinatorShannon Ní Choinn Eolaíocht Leas CB / Deputy HoYPádraig de Cléir Eolaíocht Comhordaitheoir TEIM / STEM Co-ordinator Ciar Nic Riocaird EolaíochtDanielle Ní Riabhaigh Eacnamaíocht BaileCaitlín Ní Ruanaidh Stair Ceann Ábhai r/ Head of DepartmentPádraig Mag Riabhaigh StairTierna Ní Néill StairEoghan Ó Néill Gnó Ceann Bliana / Year Head Ceann Ábhair / Head ofDepartmentWayne Pickering GnóCóra Ní Dhonnghaile GnóChloe Nic Donaill GnóRobbie Gamble Gnó TFC Leas CB / Deputy HoYRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 10
1110Foireann na Scoile 2023/24Foireann Ceannaireachta ScoileSchool Leadership TeamRól Micheál Mac Giolla Ghunna Príomhoide PrincipalDanielle Ní Riabhaigh Leas-Phríomhoide Curaclaim / Vice-Principal Curriculum Emer Mhic an Fhailí Leas-Phríomhoide Tréadchúraim / Vice-PrincipalPastoral CareDomhnall Ó Néill Bainisteoir Curaclaim / Eochairchéim 5 / Curriculum andKey Stage 5 ManagerWayne Pickering Bainisteoir Tréadchúraim / Eochairchéim 3 Pastoral and/ Key Stage 3 ManagerMary Uí Dhaimhín CoRSO /SENCOCaitlín Ní Ruanaidh Bainisteoir um Fhoghlaim agus Forbairt Ghairme / Senior Manager for Learning and Sta DevelopmentMúinteoir Ábhar Ról Ceannaireachta Brónach Uí Mhurchú Tíreolaíocht Ceann Ábhair / Head of Department Oifigeach Cláir ama / TimetablerRónán Ó Scolláin Tíreolaíocht Gaisce Ceann Bliana / Year Head Tigernach Ní Chasaide Tíreolaíocht Frances Ní hAodha Tíreolaíocht Eolaíocht Séamas Mac Colaim Mata Ceann Ábhair (EC4/5) / Head of Department(KS4/5)Ceann Bliana / Year HeadAlana Nic an Bhaird Mata Ceann Ábhair (EC3) / Head of Department (KS3)Aoife Nic Conmhidhigh Mata Leas CB / Deputy HoYDaithí Ó hAnluain MataRachel Uí Bheaglaoich MataEimear Nic Ionrachtaigh Mata StairGaraí Mac Roibeaird MataCathal Mac Seáin Béarla Ceann Ábhair / Head of Department Brónagh Nic Ainmhire BéarlaNiamh Nic Giolla Rua BéarlaNiamh Nic Cailín Béarla Ceann Bliana / Year HeadCiara Nic Fhail BéarlaMoya Mhig Uidhir BéarlaAlex Nic Néighill Béarla Mata Leas CB / Deputy HoYRoibeard Mac Siacais Béarla Mata Seán Ó hEacháin Gaeilge Ceann Ábhair / HoD Comhordaitheoir ScoileannaSínte / Extended Schools Co-ordinatorDomhnall Ó Néill GaeilgeMairsile Nic Cába Gaeilge Ceann Bliana / Year HeadMúinteoir Ábhar Ról Ceannaireachta Mairsile Nic Cába Gaeilge Ceann Bliana / Year HeadBreanda Uí Chléirigh GaeilgeMáirín Ní Laifeartaigh GaeilgeMaedhbh Nic Aindreasa GaeilgeEIG Ceann Bliana / Year HeadPádraig Ó Preith GaeilgeMata TFCTania Ní Dhoibhilin GaeilgeCiarán Mag Aoidh Corpoideachas Ceann Ábhair / Head of Department: Pádraig Mac Giolla Bhríde Corpoideachas Comhordaitheoir Spórt / Sports’ Co-ordinatorMáire Ní Mhaolchallan CorpoideachasMáighréad Mhic Uait CorpoideachasRóisín Nic Giolla Bhríde Ealaín Ceann Ábhair / Head of DepartmentCárágh Ní Cholmáin EalaínLauren Ní Fhairchloiche Ealaín EIGBrónagh Nic an Lia Eacnamaíocht Baile Ceann Ábhair / Head of DepartmentCiarraí-Áine Ní Ruanaidh Eacnamaíocht Baile Leas CB / Deputy HoYCaitlín Ní Chléirigh Ábhair GhinearáltaAislín Ní Choinn Gaeilge FSO Ceann Bliana / Year HeadEithne Nic an Bheatha FSO Ceann Ábhair FSO / HoD LLWLeas CB/Deputy HoYTiarnán Ó Faircheallaigh Ábhair GhinearáltaStephanie Uí Eachaidh Drámaíocht Ceann Bliana / Year HeadMáire Mhic Dhomhnaill DrámaíochtDrithle Nic Adaimh DrámaíochtCailín Ní Ruanaidh Eolaíocht Ceann Ábhair / Head ofDepartmentComhordaitheoir Gairmthreorach/CEIAG Co-ordinatorShannon Ní Choinn Eolaíocht Leas CB / Deputy HoYPádraig de Cléir Eolaíocht Comhordaitheoir TEIM / STEM Co-ordinator Ciar Nic Riocaird EolaíochtDanielle Ní Riabhaigh Eacnamaíocht BaileCaitlín Ní Ruanaidh Stair Ceann Ábhai r/ Head of DepartmentPádraig Mag Riabhaigh StairTierna Ní Néill StairEoghan Ó Néill Gnó Ceann Bliana / Year Head Ceann Ábhair / Head ofDepartmentWayne Pickering GnóCóra Ní Dhonnghaile GnóChloe Nic Donaill GnóRobbie Gamble Gnó TFC Leas CB / Deputy HoYRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 10
1312RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024Foireann na Scoile 2023/24Múinteoir Ábhar Ról Ceannaireachta Aodhán Ó Donnghaile TFC TeicneolaíochtDara Mac Coille TFCSiobhán Mhic Giolla Eáin Spáinnis Ceol Ceann Ábhair/Head of Department Oifigeach CP/Child Protection OicerAnna Nic Giolla Eoin Fraincis BéarlaGráinne Nic Giolla Spáinnis CeolAngela Nic Conmhaoil Teicneolaíocht MataDamien Mac Thiarnáin TeicneolaíochtTríona Nic Bhrádaigh Ábhair GhinearáltaTacaíocht foghlamaMary Uí DhaimhínCiarán Ó Dochartaigh Noelle Ní BhraonáinMaura Mhic IonnrachtaighFionntán Ó MealláinJase Nic Shim Foireann Neamhtheagaisc Non-Teaching StaCaoimhe Uí Dhomhnaill Sparánaí / BursarMáirín Ní Dhuibhir Leabharlannaí / Librarian Daithí Mag Uidhir Oifigeach Scrúduithe / Examinations OicerSeán Mistéil Bainisteoir na Spórtlainne / Spórtlann ManagerFoireann Riaracháin /Admin StaTeicneoirí / Technicians An Fhoireann Airíoch / BuildingSupervisory StaZoie Nic Amhalaí Róisín Mhic SheáinConnie Nic RiadaBríd Ní ChoisdealaSéamas Mac Giolla DomhnaighMícheál Mac SeáinOisín Ó Scollaí Sorcha Uí GhormlaitheDaithí Ó MaoildeirgJames Ó MuireagáinCiarán Ó FearaighCúntóirí Foghlama agus Teagaisc Teaching and Learning AssistantsAidan MacTréinirÁine Ní CheallaighÁine Ní EacháinAisling Nic ConmhaoilAislinn-Rose BhreathnachAoife Ní MhuirighAoife Nic Giolla EoinBarra Mac SeáinBrónach Nic AodhagáinCúntóirí Foghlama agus Teagaisc Teaching and Learning AssistantsBronagh Ní ChrothairCaitríona Nic An BheathaCaoimhe Ní ChoinnCathal Mac Giolla EoinChrissie Nic PhoilínChristina Ní FhearaílCiarán Ó CrothairClár Nic IonrachtaighConchur Mac EoghainDáire Mag Giolla RiabhaighDearbhail LigéadÉadaoin Nic an DéaganaighErin Nic FhionnlaoichFearghal Ó DonnghaileGearóid Mac AonghasaJervis McCaulJude Mac ÍomhairKathy Ní ChonaillKatie Rose MiachKirsty Ní RuanaidhLauren Nic CailínLéann Mhic AlastairLúcás Ó MiadánLuíseach Ní Mhuirigh-SadlierMairéad Ní Choinn Micheál Ó DálaighNaoise Ní FhaircheallaighNichola Ní DhualainneÓisín Mac CrabhagáinPádraig Mac RiadaPádraig Ó CuinnPádraig Ó DeorainPearse Ó RuanaidhPól Mac Cú UladhPól Mac GabhannRachael Nic EoghainRachel Nic CailínRóise Adams WalshRóisín Nic ArdailRyan-Pól Ó CeallacháinSeamus Mac DónaillSeán Mac An BheathaSean Ó CeallaighSeán Ó FearáinTiernán Mac DaibhíToni-Leigh Ní Fhionnagáin[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 12
1312RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024Foireann na Scoile 2023/24Múinteoir Ábhar Ról Ceannaireachta Aodhán Ó Donnghaile TFC TeicneolaíochtDara Mac Coille TFCSiobhán Mhic Giolla Eáin Spáinnis Ceol Ceann Ábhair/Head of Department Oifigeach CP/Child Protection OicerAnna Nic Giolla Eoin Fraincis BéarlaGráinne Nic Giolla Spáinnis CeolAngela Nic Conmhaoil Teicneolaíocht MataDamien Mac Thiarnáin TeicneolaíochtTríona Nic Bhrádaigh Ábhair GhinearáltaTacaíocht foghlamaMary Uí DhaimhínCiarán Ó Dochartaigh Noelle Ní BhraonáinMaura Mhic IonnrachtaighFionntán Ó MealláinJase Nic Shim Foireann Neamhtheagaisc Non-Teaching StaCaoimhe Uí Dhomhnaill Sparánaí / BursarMáirín Ní Dhuibhir Leabharlannaí / Librarian Daithí Mag Uidhir Oifigeach Scrúduithe / Examinations OicerSeán Mistéil Bainisteoir na Spórtlainne / Spórtlann ManagerFoireann Riaracháin /Admin StaTeicneoirí / Technicians An Fhoireann Airíoch / BuildingSupervisory StaZoie Nic Amhalaí Róisín Mhic SheáinConnie Nic RiadaBríd Ní ChoisdealaSéamas Mac Giolla DomhnaighMícheál Mac SeáinOisín Ó Scollaí Sorcha Uí GhormlaitheDaithí Ó MaoildeirgJames Ó MuireagáinCiarán Ó FearaighCúntóirí Foghlama agus Teagaisc Teaching and Learning AssistantsAidan MacTréinirÁine Ní CheallaighÁine Ní EacháinAisling Nic ConmhaoilAislinn-Rose BhreathnachAoife Ní MhuirighAoife Nic Giolla EoinBarra Mac SeáinBrónach Nic AodhagáinCúntóirí Foghlama agus Teagaisc Teaching and Learning AssistantsBronagh Ní ChrothairCaitríona Nic An BheathaCaoimhe Ní ChoinnCathal Mac Giolla EoinChrissie Nic PhoilínChristina Ní FhearaílCiarán Ó CrothairClár Nic IonrachtaighConchur Mac EoghainDáire Mag Giolla RiabhaighDearbhail LigéadÉadaoin Nic an DéaganaighErin Nic FhionnlaoichFearghal Ó DonnghaileGearóid Mac AonghasaJervis McCaulJude Mac ÍomhairKathy Ní ChonaillKatie Rose MiachKirsty Ní RuanaidhLauren Nic CailínLéann Mhic AlastairLúcás Ó MiadánLuíseach Ní Mhuirigh-SadlierMairéad Ní Choinn Micheál Ó DálaighNaoise Ní FhaircheallaighNichola Ní DhualainneÓisín Mac CrabhagáinPádraig Mac RiadaPádraig Ó CuinnPádraig Ó DeorainPearse Ó RuanaidhPól Mac Cú UladhPól Mac GabhannRachael Nic EoghainRachel Nic CailínRóise Adams WalshRóisín Nic ArdailRyan-Pól Ó CeallacháinSeamus Mac DónaillSeán Mac An BheathaSean Ó CeallaighSeán Ó FearáinTiernán Mac DaibhíToni-Leigh Ní Fhionnagáin[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 12
1514Gaeilge in practiceColáiste Feirste seeks to help pupils understand andcelebrate their own distinct identity and culture and theGaelic ethos of the school is central to this aim. As it is anIrish Medium school, the Irish language is the mostimportant tool for the pupils’ education and they areconstantly encouraged to make Irish their first languageand use it throughout the school day in order to enhancetheir own educational potential and facilitate the learningprocess of their peers. We create an environment andorganise a range of events to encourage the pupils tospeak Irish throughout the school.Our expectation is that parents support us in nurturingand consolidating the Gaelic ethos among pupils topersuade them of the importance of the language inschool life.TréadchúramAimsigh an sonas, a deir muid agus na daltaí linn ar CholáisteFeirste, scoil ina spreagtar na daltaí bheith cineálta dóibh féinagus do dhaoine eile. Tá tréadchúram an dalta i gcroílár nascoile. Féachann muid le hatmaisféar a chruthú ina mothaíonnna daltaí ar a gcompord agus sábháilte: - ina mothaíonn siadgo bhfuil tábhacht agus fiúntas mór leo mar dhaoine óga agusina spreagtar iad le scileanna saoil a fhorbairt i dtimpeallachtshlán agus fholláin. Agus é ar scoil, is é an múinteoir foirme an chéad teagmháildon dalta, agus déanfar monatóireacht ar leas sóisialta,fisiceach agus intleachtúil an dalta faoi stiúr an Chinn Bhliana.Ba mhaith linn go mbeidh freastal ag na daltaí ar aisteartréadchúraim spreagúil agus éifeachtach agus oibríonn muidle heagraíochtaí seachtracha ar leith nuair is cuí.Tá guth an tuismitheora lárnach, agus fáiltíonn muid roimhaon mholadh nó aon bhuairimh uaibh a chuirfeas leis anaistear seo, ach teagmháil a dhéanamh leis an fhoireanntréadchúraim.Iompar don FhoghlaimBa mhaith linn go mbeadh ár ndaltaí spreagtha agus réidh lefoghlaim, agus is annamh a dhéanann siad amhlaidh murabhfuil siad sásta. Creideann muid i gcaidrimh dhearfacha,maidir le coimhlint a sheachaint, agus i dtiomantas dochleachtais aisiríocha. Tá cur chun cinn an dea-iompair agusan chaidrimh ríthábhachtach, agus tá muid follasach inár n-ionchais, mar atá muid le smachtbhannaí agus iarmhairtí dondrochiompar.Pastoral CareFind the joy, is what we ask our pupils to do, here in ColáisteFeirste, a school where students are encouraged to be kind tothemselves and others. The pupil's pastoral care is at the heartof the school. We aim to create an atmosphere wherestudents feel comfortable and safe: - in which they feelimportant and valued as young people and are encouraged todevelop life skills in a safe and healthy environment. During their time in Coláiste Feirste, the form teacher will actas first contact for pupils and will monitor the pastoral well-being of pupils under the direction of the year head. We workwith external agencies, when appropriate, to maximize thepositive pastoral journey of all pupils. Parental voice is central to this progress, and we encourageyou to contact us with any suggestions or concerns whichmay improve this journey for your child.Behaviour for LearningTo learn and to be inspired to learn is a central mantra inColáiste Feirste, and no child will learn if they are not happyand content. This is a positive behaviour approach based onpositive relationships, restorative practices and pre-emptivework on conflict. This promotes good behaviour rather than anegative focus on rules and sanctions. AttendanceThere is a direct link between attendance and success, and weexpect our pupils to come to school, and in time. Weacknowledge excellence in attendance and punctualitythrough celebration and by presentation of certificates. Theoffice, form teacher or year head will contact home when therate of attendance is a concern. Pupils who are at risk offalling below 85% will be referred to the Education Authority’sEWO (Education and Welfare) Services. An Ghaeilge i bhfeidhmIs mian le Coláiste Feirste cuidiú leis na daltaí abhféiniúlacht agus a gcultúr sainiúil féin a thuigbheáil agusa cheiliúradh agus tá sainmheon Gaelach na scoile lárnachsan aidhm seo. Is scoil lán-Ghaeilge é Coláiste Feirste, is ían Ghaeilge an uirlis is tábhachtaí i gcuid oideachais nandaltaí. Caithfidh siad a gcuid féin a dhéanamh denGhaeilge le linn a saoil scoile chun barr maise a chur ar agcuid oideachais agus chun cur le foghlaim na ndaltaí eile.Cothaíonn an Coláiste timpeallacht chuí agus cuireann séimeachtaí ar siúl chun na daltaí a spreagadh le bheith aglabhairt na Gaeilge.Tá an scoil ag dúil le tuismitheoirí tacú linn chun meonGaelach a spreagadh agus a dhaingniú sna daltaí agus curina luí orthu a thábhachtaí atá riail agus stádas na Gaeilgesa Choláiste.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 14
1514Gaeilge in practiceColáiste Feirste seeks to help pupils understand andcelebrate their own distinct identity and culture and theGaelic ethos of the school is central to this aim. As it is anIrish Medium school, the Irish language is the mostimportant tool for the pupils’ education and they areconstantly encouraged to make Irish their first languageand use it throughout the school day in order to enhancetheir own educational potential and facilitate the learningprocess of their peers. We create an environment andorganise a range of events to encourage the pupils tospeak Irish throughout the school.Our expectation is that parents support us in nurturingand consolidating the Gaelic ethos among pupils topersuade them of the importance of the language inschool life.TréadchúramAimsigh an sonas, a deir muid agus na daltaí linn ar CholáisteFeirste, scoil ina spreagtar na daltaí bheith cineálta dóibh féinagus do dhaoine eile. Tá tréadchúram an dalta i gcroílár nascoile. Féachann muid le hatmaisféar a chruthú ina mothaíonnna daltaí ar a gcompord agus sábháilte: - ina mothaíonn siadgo bhfuil tábhacht agus fiúntas mór leo mar dhaoine óga agusina spreagtar iad le scileanna saoil a fhorbairt i dtimpeallachtshlán agus fholláin. Agus é ar scoil, is é an múinteoir foirme an chéad teagmháildon dalta, agus déanfar monatóireacht ar leas sóisialta,fisiceach agus intleachtúil an dalta faoi stiúr an Chinn Bhliana.Ba mhaith linn go mbeidh freastal ag na daltaí ar aisteartréadchúraim spreagúil agus éifeachtach agus oibríonn muidle heagraíochtaí seachtracha ar leith nuair is cuí.Tá guth an tuismitheora lárnach, agus fáiltíonn muid roimhaon mholadh nó aon bhuairimh uaibh a chuirfeas leis anaistear seo, ach teagmháil a dhéanamh leis an fhoireanntréadchúraim.Iompar don FhoghlaimBa mhaith linn go mbeadh ár ndaltaí spreagtha agus réidh lefoghlaim, agus is annamh a dhéanann siad amhlaidh murabhfuil siad sásta. Creideann muid i gcaidrimh dhearfacha,maidir le coimhlint a sheachaint, agus i dtiomantas dochleachtais aisiríocha. Tá cur chun cinn an dea-iompair agusan chaidrimh ríthábhachtach, agus tá muid follasach inár n-ionchais, mar atá muid le smachtbhannaí agus iarmhairtí dondrochiompar.Pastoral CareFind the joy, is what we ask our pupils to do, here in ColáisteFeirste, a school where students are encouraged to be kind tothemselves and others. The pupil's pastoral care is at the heartof the school. We aim to create an atmosphere wherestudents feel comfortable and safe: - in which they feelimportant and valued as young people and are encouraged todevelop life skills in a safe and healthy environment. During their time in Coláiste Feirste, the form teacher will actas first contact for pupils and will monitor the pastoral well-being of pupils under the direction of the year head. We workwith external agencies, when appropriate, to maximize thepositive pastoral journey of all pupils. Parental voice is central to this progress, and we encourageyou to contact us with any suggestions or concerns whichmay improve this journey for your child.Behaviour for LearningTo learn and to be inspired to learn is a central mantra inColáiste Feirste, and no child will learn if they are not happyand content. This is a positive behaviour approach based onpositive relationships, restorative practices and pre-emptivework on conflict. This promotes good behaviour rather than anegative focus on rules and sanctions. AttendanceThere is a direct link between attendance and success, and weexpect our pupils to come to school, and in time. Weacknowledge excellence in attendance and punctualitythrough celebration and by presentation of certificates. Theoffice, form teacher or year head will contact home when therate of attendance is a concern. Pupils who are at risk offalling below 85% will be referred to the Education Authority’sEWO (Education and Welfare) Services. An Ghaeilge i bhfeidhmIs mian le Coláiste Feirste cuidiú leis na daltaí abhféiniúlacht agus a gcultúr sainiúil féin a thuigbheáil agusa cheiliúradh agus tá sainmheon Gaelach na scoile lárnachsan aidhm seo. Is scoil lán-Ghaeilge é Coláiste Feirste, is ían Ghaeilge an uirlis is tábhachtaí i gcuid oideachais nandaltaí. Caithfidh siad a gcuid féin a dhéanamh denGhaeilge le linn a saoil scoile chun barr maise a chur ar agcuid oideachais agus chun cur le foghlaim na ndaltaí eile.Cothaíonn an Coláiste timpeallacht chuí agus cuireann séimeachtaí ar siúl chun na daltaí a spreagadh le bheith aglabhairt na Gaeilge.Tá an scoil ag dúil le tuismitheoirí tacú linn chun meonGaelach a spreagadh agus a dhaingniú sna daltaí agus curina luí orthu a thábhachtaí atá riail agus stádas na Gaeilgesa Choláiste.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 11:59 Page 14
1716Iompar don FhoghlaimCreideann muid gur chóir do na daltaí s’againne bheithspreagtha chun foghlama agus muiníneach san ábaltachts’acu féin; agus is gá dóibh bheith sona sásta lena dhéanamh.Chuige sin, cintíonn Coláiste Feirste smacht éifeachtach fríd árbpolasaí Iompar don Fhoghlaim. Is straitéis iompair dhearfachí bunaithe ar an dea-chaidreamh, cleachtas aisiríoch,seachaint coimhlinte agus cur chun cinn an dea-iompair in áitfócas diúltach ar na rialacha agus smachtbhannaí. Clúdaíonn ár bpolasaí gach gné den scoil a chuireann letimpeallacht dhearfach foghlama agus éiteas na scoile. Tátharag súil le go gcuideoidh gach ball de phobal na scoile letimpeallacht a chothú a chuireann leis an fhoghlaim bunaithear na dearbhphrionsabail seo, is iad siúd, cómheas, múineadhagus caoinfhulaingt.Na hAidhmeanna den Pholasaí ar an Iompar don Fhoghlaim: n an teanga agus an cultúr Gaelach a chur chun cinn n cur le foghlaim agus teagasc éifeachtach n timpeallacht ordúil taobh istigh den scoil agus sa phobalmáguaird a chothabháil n comhaontú gníomhach a fháil ó na múinteoirí, ónfhoireann tacaíochta agus ó thuismitheoirí / cúramóirí n bheith ag obair i gcomhpháirtíocht le tuismitheoirí /cúramóirí chun iompar agus dearcadh dearfach aspreagadhn guth an dalta a chur chun cinn i dtaca le hiompar donfhoghlaim agus na hionchais foghlama n dea-iompar agus gnóthachtáil a cheiliúradhn smachtbhannaí cuí a thabhairt ar an droch-iomparBehaviour for LearningTo learn and to be inspired to learn is a central mantra inColáiste Feirste, and no child will learn if they are not happyand content. Therefore, Coláiste Feirste has created a pastoralprogramme which incorporates our Behaviour for Learningpolicy. This is a positive behaviour strategy based on positiverelationships, restorative practices and pre-emptive work onconflict. This promotes good behaviour rather than a negativefocus on rules and sanctions. Our policy covers all aspects of the school that contribute toa positive learning environment and school ethos. Allmembers of the school are expected to help maintain anenvironment conducive to learning of which the fundamentaltenets are mutual respect, courtesy and tolerance. Aims of Positive Behaviour Policy:n to promote Gaelic culture and languagen to support effective learning and teachingn to contribute to mutual respectn to maintain an orderly environment both within theschool and the surrounding communityn to gain the agreement and active support of teachers,support staff and parents/carers n to work in partnership with parents/carers to encouragepositive behaviour and attitudesn to promote Pupil Voice in regard to Behaviour for Learningexpectations and rewardsn to reward good behaviour and achievementn to sanction poor behaviour appropriatelySafeguardingEmer Mhic an Fhailí (Vice Principal) is the DesignatedTeacher for the Protection of Children and Siobhán NicGiolla Eáin is the Deputy Child Protection Officer. All CPcases will be treated confidentially, and the relevantlegislation will be adhered to in all cases. All staff havetrained in child protection and this training is doneannually. If a staff member is concerned that a pupil issuffering abuse or neglect, he will immediately bringthis concern to the named teacher. Teachers are notobliged to seek any information from parents/carers orany other family member.Anti-Bullying PolicyColáiste Feirste’s Anti-Bullying Policy aims to preventand address any form of bullying. We adhere to all DEpolicies and guidelines, incorporating their cleardefinitions of what constitutes bullying. Coláiste Feirstetakes every accusation of bullying very seriously.Allegations of bullying will be dealt with by the PastoralTeam according to the school’s Anti-Bullying Policy, acopy of which is available on the school website.A range of policies are available on the schoolwebsite www.colaistefeirste.orgTinreamhTá ceangal díreach idir rath agus tinreamh agus tá Coláiste Feirste agsúil leis na daltaí bheith istigh agus in am. Déanfar tinreamh maithna ndaltaí a aithint le teastais agus le ceiliúradh. Déanfaidh an oifig,múinteoir foirme nó an ceann bliana teagmháil nuair atá rátatinrimh ina ábhar imní. Déanfar atreorú chuig an Bhord um LeasOideachais nuair a thiteann tinreamh an dalta faoi 85%. Cosaint PáistíIs í Emer Mhic an Fhailí, (Leas-Phríomhoide) an Múinteoir Ainmnithedo Chosaint Páiste agus is í Siobhán Nic Giolla Eáin an Leas-Oifigeach um Chosaint Páiste. Pléifear le gach cás faoi rún aguscloífear leis an reachtaíocht chuí i ngach cás. Tá oiliúint déanta aggach ball foirne maidir le cúrsaí chosaint páiste. Má bhíonn imní arbhall foirne go bhfuil dalta ag fulaingt drochíde nó neamart, cuirfidhsé an buaireamh in iúl don mhúinteoir ainmnithe láithreach. Níliachall ar na múinteoirí aon eolas a lorg ó thuismitheoirí/cúramaithená ó aon bhall teaghlaigh eile.An Polasaí Frith-thromaíochta Is aidhm leis an Pholasaí Frith-thromaíochta leasaithe cosc a chur aragus tabhairt faoi gach cineál tromaíochta. Tugann sé sainmhíniúsoiléir ar an iompar tromaíochta agus ar na straitéisí is cuí agus iséifeachtaí le tabhairt faoi mar aon leis an reachtaíocht chuí ónRoinn Oideachais. Caitheann Coláiste Feirste le líomhaintítromaíochta go han-dáiríre. Pléifidh an Fhoireann Tréadchúraim lelíomhaintí tromaíochta de réir Pholasaí Frith-thromaíochta na scoileagus tá cóip ar fáil ar shuíomh idirlín na scoile.Tá réimse polasaithe ar fail ar suíomh idirlíne na scoilewww.colaistefeirste.orgRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 16
1716Iompar don FhoghlaimCreideann muid gur chóir do na daltaí s’againne bheithspreagtha chun foghlama agus muiníneach san ábaltachts’acu féin; agus is gá dóibh bheith sona sásta lena dhéanamh.Chuige sin, cintíonn Coláiste Feirste smacht éifeachtach fríd árbpolasaí Iompar don Fhoghlaim. Is straitéis iompair dhearfachí bunaithe ar an dea-chaidreamh, cleachtas aisiríoch,seachaint coimhlinte agus cur chun cinn an dea-iompair in áitfócas diúltach ar na rialacha agus smachtbhannaí. Clúdaíonn ár bpolasaí gach gné den scoil a chuireann letimpeallacht dhearfach foghlama agus éiteas na scoile. Tátharag súil le go gcuideoidh gach ball de phobal na scoile letimpeallacht a chothú a chuireann leis an fhoghlaim bunaithear na dearbhphrionsabail seo, is iad siúd, cómheas, múineadhagus caoinfhulaingt.Na hAidhmeanna den Pholasaí ar an Iompar don Fhoghlaim: n an teanga agus an cultúr Gaelach a chur chun cinn n cur le foghlaim agus teagasc éifeachtach n timpeallacht ordúil taobh istigh den scoil agus sa phobalmáguaird a chothabháil n comhaontú gníomhach a fháil ó na múinteoirí, ónfhoireann tacaíochta agus ó thuismitheoirí / cúramóirí n bheith ag obair i gcomhpháirtíocht le tuismitheoirí /cúramóirí chun iompar agus dearcadh dearfach aspreagadhn guth an dalta a chur chun cinn i dtaca le hiompar donfhoghlaim agus na hionchais foghlama n dea-iompar agus gnóthachtáil a cheiliúradhn smachtbhannaí cuí a thabhairt ar an droch-iomparBehaviour for LearningTo learn and to be inspired to learn is a central mantra inColáiste Feirste, and no child will learn if they are not happyand content. Therefore, Coláiste Feirste has created a pastoralprogramme which incorporates our Behaviour for Learningpolicy. This is a positive behaviour strategy based on positiverelationships, restorative practices and pre-emptive work onconflict. This promotes good behaviour rather than a negativefocus on rules and sanctions. Our policy covers all aspects of the school that contribute toa positive learning environment and school ethos. Allmembers of the school are expected to help maintain anenvironment conducive to learning of which the fundamentaltenets are mutual respect, courtesy and tolerance. Aims of Positive Behaviour Policy:n to promote Gaelic culture and languagen to support effective learning and teachingn to contribute to mutual respectn to maintain an orderly environment both within theschool and the surrounding communityn to gain the agreement and active support of teachers,support staff and parents/carers n to work in partnership with parents/carers to encouragepositive behaviour and attitudesn to promote Pupil Voice in regard to Behaviour for Learningexpectations and rewardsn to reward good behaviour and achievementn to sanction poor behaviour appropriatelySafeguardingEmer Mhic an Fhailí (Vice Principal) is the DesignatedTeacher for the Protection of Children and Siobhán NicGiolla Eáin is the Deputy Child Protection Officer. All CPcases will be treated confidentially, and the relevantlegislation will be adhered to in all cases. All staff havetrained in child protection and this training is doneannually. If a staff member is concerned that a pupil issuffering abuse or neglect, he will immediately bringthis concern to the named teacher. Teachers are notobliged to seek any information from parents/carers orany other family member.Anti-Bullying PolicyColáiste Feirste’s Anti-Bullying Policy aims to preventand address any form of bullying. We adhere to all DEpolicies and guidelines, incorporating their cleardefinitions of what constitutes bullying. Coláiste Feirstetakes every accusation of bullying very seriously.Allegations of bullying will be dealt with by the PastoralTeam according to the school’s Anti-Bullying Policy, acopy of which is available on the school website.A range of policies are available on the schoolwebsite www.colaistefeirste.orgTinreamhTá ceangal díreach idir rath agus tinreamh agus tá Coláiste Feirste agsúil leis na daltaí bheith istigh agus in am. Déanfar tinreamh maithna ndaltaí a aithint le teastais agus le ceiliúradh. Déanfaidh an oifig,múinteoir foirme nó an ceann bliana teagmháil nuair atá rátatinrimh ina ábhar imní. Déanfar atreorú chuig an Bhord um LeasOideachais nuair a thiteann tinreamh an dalta faoi 85%. Cosaint PáistíIs í Emer Mhic an Fhailí, (Leas-Phríomhoide) an Múinteoir Ainmnithedo Chosaint Páiste agus is í Siobhán Nic Giolla Eáin an Leas-Oifigeach um Chosaint Páiste. Pléifear le gach cás faoi rún aguscloífear leis an reachtaíocht chuí i ngach cás. Tá oiliúint déanta aggach ball foirne maidir le cúrsaí chosaint páiste. Má bhíonn imní arbhall foirne go bhfuil dalta ag fulaingt drochíde nó neamart, cuirfidhsé an buaireamh in iúl don mhúinteoir ainmnithe láithreach. Níliachall ar na múinteoirí aon eolas a lorg ó thuismitheoirí/cúramaithená ó aon bhall teaghlaigh eile.An Polasaí Frith-thromaíochta Is aidhm leis an Pholasaí Frith-thromaíochta leasaithe cosc a chur aragus tabhairt faoi gach cineál tromaíochta. Tugann sé sainmhíniúsoiléir ar an iompar tromaíochta agus ar na straitéisí is cuí agus iséifeachtaí le tabhairt faoi mar aon leis an reachtaíocht chuí ónRoinn Oideachais. Caitheann Coláiste Feirste le líomhaintítromaíochta go han-dáiríre. Pléifidh an Fhoireann Tréadchúraim lelíomhaintí tromaíochta de réir Pholasaí Frith-thromaíochta na scoileagus tá cóip ar fáil ar shuíomh idirlín na scoile.Tá réimse polasaithe ar fail ar suíomh idirlíne na scoilewww.colaistefeirste.orgRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 16
1918Curaclam EC4TGM Tá dul chun cinn iontach déanta ag an scoil le blianta beagaanuas maidir le torthaí TGM. Is aidhm linn leanstan leis anrathúlacht amach anseo.Ag Eochairchéim 4 (Blianta 11-12) tugtar rogha de 30 ábhardo na daltaí (faoi mar a leagtar síos sa Chreat Teidlíochta). Bíonn deiseanna ag daltaí EC4 feabhas a chur ar a bhfoghlaimtrí:n Cheardlanna scileanna stáidéir rialta;n Ranganna breise le tacaíocht a chur ar fáil do mheasúnúrialaithe na ndaltaí;n Tuairiscí ar dhul chun cinn an dalta chuig tuismitheoirí;n Agallaimh phearsanta do dhaltaí agus tuismitheoirí imBliain 11 agus i mBliain 12 le spriocanna foghlama achomhaontú.Curaclam EC5Séú FoirmIn Eochairchéim 5, tairgeann Coláiste Feirste rogha de 18 n-ábhar ag leibhéal 3/Ardleibhéal agus réimse de chúrsaígairmiúla ag Leibhéal 2/3Bímid de shíor ag iarraidh cur leis naroghanna seo, de réir mhianaidhmeanna, ábaltachtaí agusriachtanais na ndaltaí. Lena chois sin, bíonn deis ag daltaíTGM a athdhéanamh agus clár curaclaim saibhrithe agusforbairt phearsanta a dhéanamh. Cúrsaí Gairmeacha – i gcomhpháirt le Gaelchúrsaín Dioplóma CACHE L2 Cúram Leanaí (Childcare)n Dioplóma Highfield L2 i gCeannaireacht (Leadership)n Dioplóma Highfield L2 i gCócaireacht (Cookery)n Dioplóma VTCT L2 i Staidéar Teiripe Scéimhe (Beauty)n Dioplóma IQ L2 i nGruagaireacht (Hairdessing)n OCN Leibhéal 3: Infhostaíocht agus Forbairt GhairmiúilThe KS4 CurriculumGCSEThe school has made excellent progress with regard to GCSEresults in recent years. It is our aim to build on this success inthe coming years.At Key Stage 4 (Years 11-12) pupils have a choice of 30 GCSEsubjects (as specified in the Entitlement Framework)A comprehensive support programme has been implementedto benefit KS4 pupils: n Study skills workshops are provided for pupils and theirparents; n After school support classes are organised to meet thecontrolled assessment and revision needs of students;n End of term progress reports are sent to parents;n Individual interviews are arranged for all Year 11 and Year12 students and parents to set pupil learning targets;The KS5 CurriculumSixth FormAt Key Stage 5 Coláiste Feirste offers a choice of 19 subjectsat Level 3 and A Level. We plan to add to these choicesaccording to the interests and needs of the pupils. In addition,pupils have the opportunity to repeat GCSEs in key subjectsand to follow a programme of curriculum enrichment andpersonal development.Vocational courses in partnership with Gaelchúrsaín CACHE L2 Diploma in Childcaren Highfield L2 Diploma in Leadershipn Highfield L2 in Cookeryn VTCT L2 Diploma in Beauty Therapiesn IQ L2 DiplomainHairdessingn OCN Level 3 Diploma in Employability and ProfessionalDevelopmenttAg Spreagadh na Foghlama AN CURACLAMTá sé mar phríomhaidhm ag Coláiste Feirste oideachas denchéad scoth a chur ar fáil trí mheán na Gaeilge. Tá sé de rúnagainn gach dalta a spreagadh chun cur leis an éiteasfoghlama agus gnóthachtála pearsanta le go n-éireoidh leo satsaol. Táimid tiomanta d'oideolaíochtaí tumoideachais atáfadbhreathaitheach agus nuálach, rud a éascaíonn curaclamleathan agus cothrom chomh maith le clár seach-churaclaim.Is mór againn an ról agus an tionchar atá ag tuismitheoiríagus ag an phobal i gcoitinne maidir lenár ndaltaí a spreagadhchun foghlama. Déanaimid ár ndícheall pobal foghlama dogach duine a thógáil i gColáiste Feirste, agus tá suíomh idirlínena scoile forbartha againn chun tacú le tuismitheoirí ibhfoghlaim a bpáiste.Ar a bharr sin, bainimid úsáid as an ardán fhoghlama ar líneGoogle Classroom le heispéiris foghlama na ndaltaí ashaibhriú. Ar an dóigh sin, cothaímid foghlaimeoirí atáneamhspleách, spreagtha agus acmhainneach.Curaclam EC3Trí oideolaíochtaí saincheaptha idirghníomhachatumoideachais, mheasúnú chun foghlama agus fhoghlaimtraschuraclaim nasctha, tugann múinteoirí úinéireacht do nadaltaí ar a gcuid foghlama trí mhuinín agus trí bhród. Cláracha breise – ag tapú gach deis: n Forbraítear na scileanna TÉIM tríd na hábhair iomchuí(Eolaíocht, Matamaitic, TFC agus Teicneolaíocht) agus trídheiseanna seach-churaclaim eile a eagraíonn ancomhordaitheoir TÉIM. n Is féidir le daltaí ceachtanna aonair a dhéanamh ar anphianó, an ghiotár, an fhidil, an chonsairtín, an ucailéileagus uirlisí eile nach iad. n Tugtar deis do na daltaí i mBliain a 9 GCSE Irish a bhaintamach. n Déanann na daltaí i mBliain a 10 Clár Hype a thuganneolas dóibh maidir le sláinte ghnéis agus atáirgthe.Cultivating a Culture of Learningthrough IrishCURRICULUMIt is the primary aim of Coláiste Feirste to provide first-classeducation through the medium of Irish. We aim to encourageeach student to contribute to an ethos of learning andpersonal achievement for lifelong success. Our dedication toimmersive pedagogies is forward-thinking and innovative,facilitating a broad and balanced curriculum and extra –curricular programme.We value the role and influence parents and the widercommunity have in inspiring and motivating our pupils tolearn. We strive to build upon Coláiste Feirste as a learningcommunity for all and our school website has evolved tosupport parents in the learning journey of their child. In addition, through the online platform, Google Classroom,we endeavour to enrich the learning experiences of our pupils.This aims to create more independent, inspired and resilientlearners. The KS3 CurriculumThe learning journey at Key Stage 3 in Coláiste Feirste beginswith a varied and challenging curriculum, designed to developa wide variety of skills, and stimulate an eagerness to learn.Through bespoke, interactive immersive educationpedagogies, assessment for learning and connected cross-curricular learning, teachers give the pupils ownership of theirlearning through confidence and pride. Maximising Learning Opportunitiesn Pupils’ skills and innovative talents are developed boththrough the STEM subjects (Science, Technology, ICT,Maths) and through specific extra-curricular projectsorganised by our STEM Co-ordinator.n Pupils can avail of opportunities within and outside classto develop their musical talents. We currently offer classesin piano, violin, concertina and ukulele.n Pupils gain an extra qualification by taking their Irish GCSEin Year 9.n Personal development – pupils learn about health andwellbeing, including reproduction with our Year 10 Hypeprogramme.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 18
1918Curaclam EC4TGM Tá dul chun cinn iontach déanta ag an scoil le blianta beagaanuas maidir le torthaí TGM. Is aidhm linn leanstan leis anrathúlacht amach anseo.Ag Eochairchéim 4 (Blianta 11-12) tugtar rogha de 30 ábhardo na daltaí (faoi mar a leagtar síos sa Chreat Teidlíochta). Bíonn deiseanna ag daltaí EC4 feabhas a chur ar a bhfoghlaimtrí:n Cheardlanna scileanna stáidéir rialta;n Ranganna breise le tacaíocht a chur ar fáil do mheasúnúrialaithe na ndaltaí;n Tuairiscí ar dhul chun cinn an dalta chuig tuismitheoirí;n Agallaimh phearsanta do dhaltaí agus tuismitheoirí imBliain 11 agus i mBliain 12 le spriocanna foghlama achomhaontú.Curaclam EC5Séú FoirmIn Eochairchéim 5, tairgeann Coláiste Feirste rogha de 18 n-ábhar ag leibhéal 3/Ardleibhéal agus réimse de chúrsaígairmiúla ag Leibhéal 2/3Bímid de shíor ag iarraidh cur leis naroghanna seo, de réir mhianaidhmeanna, ábaltachtaí agusriachtanais na ndaltaí. Lena chois sin, bíonn deis ag daltaíTGM a athdhéanamh agus clár curaclaim saibhrithe agusforbairt phearsanta a dhéanamh. Cúrsaí Gairmeacha – i gcomhpháirt le Gaelchúrsaín Dioplóma CACHE L2 Cúram Leanaí (Childcare)n Dioplóma Highfield L2 i gCeannaireacht (Leadership)n Dioplóma Highfield L2 i gCócaireacht (Cookery)n Dioplóma VTCT L2 i Staidéar Teiripe Scéimhe (Beauty)n Dioplóma IQ L2 i nGruagaireacht (Hairdessing)n OCN Leibhéal 3: Infhostaíocht agus Forbairt GhairmiúilThe KS4 CurriculumGCSEThe school has made excellent progress with regard to GCSEresults in recent years. It is our aim to build on this success inthe coming years.At Key Stage 4 (Years 11-12) pupils have a choice of 30 GCSEsubjects (as specified in the Entitlement Framework)A comprehensive support programme has been implementedto benefit KS4 pupils: n Study skills workshops are provided for pupils and theirparents; n After school support classes are organised to meet thecontrolled assessment and revision needs of students;n End of term progress reports are sent to parents;n Individual interviews are arranged for all Year 11 and Year12 students and parents to set pupil learning targets;The KS5 CurriculumSixth FormAt Key Stage 5 Coláiste Feirste offers a choice of 19 subjectsat Level 3 and A Level. We plan to add to these choicesaccording to the interests and needs of the pupils. In addition,pupils have the opportunity to repeat GCSEs in key subjectsand to follow a programme of curriculum enrichment andpersonal development.Vocational courses in partnership with Gaelchúrsaín CACHE L2 Diploma in Childcaren Highfield L2 Diploma in Leadershipn Highfield L2 in Cookeryn VTCT L2 Diploma in Beauty Therapiesn IQ L2 DiplomainHairdessingn OCN Level 3 Diploma in Employability and ProfessionalDevelopmenttAg Spreagadh na Foghlama AN CURACLAMTá sé mar phríomhaidhm ag Coláiste Feirste oideachas denchéad scoth a chur ar fáil trí mheán na Gaeilge. Tá sé de rúnagainn gach dalta a spreagadh chun cur leis an éiteasfoghlama agus gnóthachtála pearsanta le go n-éireoidh leo satsaol. Táimid tiomanta d'oideolaíochtaí tumoideachais atáfadbhreathaitheach agus nuálach, rud a éascaíonn curaclamleathan agus cothrom chomh maith le clár seach-churaclaim.Is mór againn an ról agus an tionchar atá ag tuismitheoiríagus ag an phobal i gcoitinne maidir lenár ndaltaí a spreagadhchun foghlama. Déanaimid ár ndícheall pobal foghlama dogach duine a thógáil i gColáiste Feirste, agus tá suíomh idirlínena scoile forbartha againn chun tacú le tuismitheoirí ibhfoghlaim a bpáiste.Ar a bharr sin, bainimid úsáid as an ardán fhoghlama ar líneGoogle Classroom le heispéiris foghlama na ndaltaí ashaibhriú. Ar an dóigh sin, cothaímid foghlaimeoirí atáneamhspleách, spreagtha agus acmhainneach.Curaclam EC3Trí oideolaíochtaí saincheaptha idirghníomhachatumoideachais, mheasúnú chun foghlama agus fhoghlaimtraschuraclaim nasctha, tugann múinteoirí úinéireacht do nadaltaí ar a gcuid foghlama trí mhuinín agus trí bhród. Cláracha breise – ag tapú gach deis: n Forbraítear na scileanna TÉIM tríd na hábhair iomchuí(Eolaíocht, Matamaitic, TFC agus Teicneolaíocht) agus trídheiseanna seach-churaclaim eile a eagraíonn ancomhordaitheoir TÉIM. n Is féidir le daltaí ceachtanna aonair a dhéanamh ar anphianó, an ghiotár, an fhidil, an chonsairtín, an ucailéileagus uirlisí eile nach iad. n Tugtar deis do na daltaí i mBliain a 9 GCSE Irish a bhaintamach. n Déanann na daltaí i mBliain a 10 Clár Hype a thuganneolas dóibh maidir le sláinte ghnéis agus atáirgthe.Cultivating a Culture of Learningthrough IrishCURRICULUMIt is the primary aim of Coláiste Feirste to provide first-classeducation through the medium of Irish. We aim to encourageeach student to contribute to an ethos of learning andpersonal achievement for lifelong success. Our dedication toimmersive pedagogies is forward-thinking and innovative,facilitating a broad and balanced curriculum and extra –curricular programme.We value the role and influence parents and the widercommunity have in inspiring and motivating our pupils tolearn. We strive to build upon Coláiste Feirste as a learningcommunity for all and our school website has evolved tosupport parents in the learning journey of their child. In addition, through the online platform, Google Classroom,we endeavour to enrich the learning experiences of our pupils.This aims to create more independent, inspired and resilientlearners. The KS3 CurriculumThe learning journey at Key Stage 3 in Coláiste Feirste beginswith a varied and challenging curriculum, designed to developa wide variety of skills, and stimulate an eagerness to learn.Through bespoke, interactive immersive educationpedagogies, assessment for learning and connected cross-curricular learning, teachers give the pupils ownership of theirlearning through confidence and pride. Maximising Learning Opportunitiesn Pupils’ skills and innovative talents are developed boththrough the STEM subjects (Science, Technology, ICT,Maths) and through specific extra-curricular projectsorganised by our STEM Co-ordinator.n Pupils can avail of opportunities within and outside classto develop their musical talents. We currently offer classesin piano, violin, concertina and ukulele.n Pupils gain an extra qualification by taking their Irish GCSEin Year 9.n Personal development – pupils learn about health andwellbeing, including reproduction with our Year 10 Hypeprogramme.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 18
2120Achoimhre ar na hÁbhair ChuraclaimCurriculum Subjects SummaryIs féidir eolas a fháil ar na hábhair éagsúla ar shuíomh idirlín na scoileInformation on all subjects can be found on the school websiteÁbhar/Subject EC3 EC4 EC5Gaeilge3 3 3Teanga an Bhéarla/English3 3Litríocht an Bhéarla/English Literature3 3 3Matamaitic/Mathematics3 3 3Eolaíocht Shingil/Single Award Science3Eolaíocht Dhúbailte/Double Award Science3Eolaíocht (Bitheolaíocht, Fisic, Ceimic)/Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry)3 3Eolaíochtaí Beatha (Singil)/Life Sciences (Single)3Eolaíochtaí Beatha (Dúbailte)/Life Sciences (Double)3Tíreolaíocht/Geography3 3 3Spáinnis/Spanish 3 3Fraincis/French3 3Stair/History3 3 3Ealaín agus Dearadh/Art and Design 3 3 3Teicneolaíocht agus Dearadh/Technology and Design3 3Ceol/Music3 3Teicneolaíocht Dhigiteach/Digital Technology 3 3 3Ábhar/Subject EC3 EC4 EC5Staidéir Spórt/Sports Studies 3 3Corpoideachas/Physical Education3 3 3Staidéir Ghnó/Business Studies3 3Foghlaim don Saol agus don Obair/Learning for Life and Work3 3Eacnamaíocht Bhaile/Home Economics3Bia agus Cothú/Food and Nutrition3 3Drámaíocht/Drama 3 3 3Staidéir Ghairmeacha/Occupational Studies3Staidéir Mhótarfheithiclí/Motor Vehicle Studies3Sláinte agus Cúram Sóisialta/Health and Social Care3 3Ealaíona Íomha Gluaiste/Moving Image Arts3 3Tuarasóireacht/Tourism (WJEC)3 3Fáilteachas agus Lónadóireacht/Hospitality and Catering (WJEC)3OCN Infhostaíocht agus Forbairt Ghairmiúil/Employability and ProfessionalDevelopment 3RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 20
2120Achoimhre ar na hÁbhair ChuraclaimCurriculum Subjects SummaryIs féidir eolas a fháil ar na hábhair éagsúla ar shuíomh idirlín na scoileInformation on all subjects can be found on the school websiteÁbhar/Subject EC3 EC4 EC5Gaeilge3 3 3Teanga an Bhéarla/English3 3Litríocht an Bhéarla/English Literature3 3 3Matamaitic/Mathematics3 3 3Eolaíocht Shingil/Single Award Science3Eolaíocht Dhúbailte/Double Award Science3Eolaíocht (Bitheolaíocht, Fisic, Ceimic)/Science (Biology, Physics, Chemistry)3 3Eolaíochtaí Beatha (Singil)/Life Sciences (Single)3Eolaíochtaí Beatha (Dúbailte)/Life Sciences (Double)3Tíreolaíocht/Geography3 3 3Spáinnis/Spanish 3 3Fraincis/French3 3Stair/History3 3 3Ealaín agus Dearadh/Art and Design 3 3 3Teicneolaíocht agus Dearadh/Technology and Design3 3Ceol/Music3 3Teicneolaíocht Dhigiteach/Digital Technology 3 3 3Ábhar/Subject EC3 EC4 EC5Staidéir Spórt/Sports Studies 3 3Corpoideachas/Physical Education3 3 3Staidéir Ghnó/Business Studies3 3Foghlaim don Saol agus don Obair/Learning for Life and Work3 3Eacnamaíocht Bhaile/Home Economics3Bia agus Cothú/Food and Nutrition3 3Drámaíocht/Drama 3 3 3Staidéir Ghairmeacha/Occupational Studies3Staidéir Mhótarfheithiclí/Motor Vehicle Studies3Sláinte agus Cúram Sóisialta/Health and Social Care3 3Ealaíona Íomha Gluaiste/Moving Image Arts3 3Tuarasóireacht/Tourism (WJEC)3 3Fáilteachas agus Lónadóireacht/Hospitality and Catering (WJEC)3OCN Infhostaíocht agus Forbairt Ghairmiúil/Employability and ProfessionalDevelopment 3RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 20
2322An tIonad Tacaíochta Foghlama Cad a tharlaíonn san Ionad?Is seirbhís é an tIonad i ndáiríre a bhuanaíonn ar fud nascoile.Mar áit, déanann, daltaí i gColáiste Feirste cur síos ar anIonad mar thearmann nó mar áit shábháilte. Le cead ómhúinteoirí, tógann daltaí am san Ionad ar go leor cúiseannaéagsúla. Tá Club Lóin Eochairchéim 3 agus Eochairchéim 4san Ionad aithnítear daltaí laethúla a fhreastalaíonn ar anchumann seo tríd an fhoireann tréadach agus is féidir leorochtain a fháil le Pas Ionaid.Tacaíocht Foghlama Cuireann múinteoirí Ciarán Ó Dochartaigh & Noelle NíBhraonáin, tacaíocht ghrúpa bheag ar fáil don Ghaeilge agusdon Bhéarla do dhaltaí i mBliain 8 agus 9. Tá ranganna tharbarr ar fáil don tacaíocht uimhearthachta tríd Roinn naMatamatice. Cuireann siad tacaíocht uimhearthachta agusclub am lóin ar fáil laistigh de roinn na matamaitice dodhaltaí i mBliain 8 agus 9. Cuirimid tacaíocht 1-1 ar fáil doroinnt dár ndaltaí le disléicse trí Bríd Ní Choisdeála. DéanannBríd idirchaidreamh le múinteoirí agus tuismitheoirí freisinagus déanann sí measúnú ar dhaltaí a mbeadh socruitherochtana de dhíth orthu le haghaidh scrúduithe seachtracha.Chuir muid fáilte roimh Bhí Fhionntán Ó Mealláin ag obair le Mary, an CoRSO, lecúpla bliain anuas chun próiseas aitheantais soiléir a chur ibhfeidhm thart ar an Ghaeloideachas. Cuirtear measúnuithebonnlíne i gcrích agus déantar anailís orthu chun a chinntiúgur roghnaigh muid na daltaí cearta chun leas a bhaint as nahidirghabhálacha cuí laistigh den Ionad. Cúntóirí Ranga den scothCuidíonn ár gcúntóirí ranga le páistí lena gcuid oibre aguscuireann siad tacaíocht ar fáil sa rang agus san Ionad araon.Coinníonn siad a gcuid scileanna suas chun dáta agusfreastalaíonn siad ar oiliúint ar Diaibéiteas, Disléicse anUathachais chomh maith leis na riachtanais eile. Gníomhaireachtaí Seachtracha Baineann an tIonad leas as tacaíocht shaineolach óghníomhaireachtaí lasmuigh do chuid de riachtanais níoscasta ár ndaltaí. I measc na seirbhisí seo tá: SeirbhísSíceolaíochta Oideachais EA, Tacaíocht Iompair, ComhairleoirUathachais, Tacaíocht Litearthachta agus For-rochtainNaomh Gearóid. Tá an t-ádh orainn go bhfuil go leoreagraíochtaí agus carthanachtaí maoinithe ag an phobal agcur na huirlisí a theastaíonn uathu chun freastal ar andeacrachtaí ar fáil dár ndaltaí.Learning Support CentreWhat happens in the Ionad?Whilst we refer to this as a centre, The Ionad is actually aservice that permeates throughout the school.As a place, pupils in Coláiste Feirste describe the Ionad asa sanctuary or a safe-place. With permission fromteachers, pupils take time in the Ionad for many differentreasons. There is a Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 LunchClub facilitated by the Ionad Staff daily. Pupils whoattend this club are identified through their pastoral teamand can access with a Pas Ionaid. Learning SupportTeachers Ciarán Ó Dochartaigh & Noelle Ní Bhraonáin,offer small group support for Irish and English for pupils inYear 8 and 9. The Maths department have a brilliantMaths suite where they provide numeracy support and alunch-time club within the maths department for pupils inYear 8 and 9. We offer bespoke 1-1 support to a numberof our pupils with dyslexia through Bríd Ní Choisdeála.Bríd also liases with teachers and parents and assessespupils who may need access arrangements for externalexams.Fionntán Ó Mealláin is working with Mary, our Senco, fortwo years to develop a language appropriate supportsystem. Specific children receive additional support basedon the data collated through our baseline assesments.Our amazing AssistantsOur Classroom Assistants help children with their workand provide support both in-class and in the Ionad. Theykeep their skills up-to-date and attend training onDiabetes, Autism Dyslexia, and Gifted & Talented. External AgenciesThe Ionad avails of expert support from outside agenciesfor some of the more complex needs of our pupils. Theseservices involve EA Education Psychology Service,Behaviour Support, Autism Advisory, Literacy Support andSt. Gerard’s Outreach. We are lucky to have manycommunity-funded organisations and charities providingour pupils with the tools they need to cater to theirdifficulties.An Nead - EC3 (Ionad Cumarsáide Sóisialta)Soláthair iontach don scoil. Is í seo an cúigiú bliain do Maura agus a foireann inárnIonad AithriseSóisialta Eochairchéim 3. Tásé cruthaithe go bhfuil sé seo fíorluachmhar maidir le dul chun cinn na ndaltaí atá curtha sa soláthar faoi láthair. Tá sédírithe ar riachtanais shonracha na ndaltaí le ASD a bhfuil Ráiteas RSO acu. Bíonn an deis ag ár bpáistí sa Nead úsáid abhaint as na seomraí ciúine/céadfacha agus gluaiseachta agus úsáideann siad stráitéisí eagsúla chun a gcuid mothúchán arialú. D'éascaigh Maura Nead Yoga, Teiripe Ealaíne, Ceol, Feirm Naomh Sheamáis, Gairdín an Phobail agus Spóirt i mbliana.Is breá le gach duine an soláthar seo.An Nead – EC4 (Ionad Cumarsáide Sóisialta)Seo an chéad bhliain dúinnIonad AithriseSóisialta Eochairchéim4 abheith againn ar an scoil agus tá muid ag dul go fíormhaith. Oibríonn muid go dian le tuismitheoirí agus le daltaí EC4 chun droichead dearfach a chothú idir an scoil agus anbhaile ionas go mbeidh an éispéiris is fearr ag gach uile dalta dar gcuid ar Choláiste Feirste.Déanaimid caidrimh folláine a eascú agus a neartú lenár ndaltaí agus leis an chomhphobal scoile ag tacú leo le scileannasóisialta, cumarsáide agus sláinte mothúchánach a fhorbairt ina iomlánú. Déantar obair rialta le seirbhisí seachtracha ar nósteiripe ealaíne, The Belfast Hills, suathaire agus tugtar scileanna praiticiúla agus cuidiúla do na páistí fríd teicnícímachnamhaguscleachtaí domhainanálaithea chleachtadh go rialta sa Nead.Déanta seo fosta fríd seomra ilchéadfachd’ardchaighdéan a chur ar fáil dar ndaltaí go laethúil.Bíonn an-mhuintearas cothaithe againn idir dhaltaí, múinteoirí, cúntóirí, tuismitheoirí agus comhphobal na scoile anseo iNead EC4.An Nead - KS3 (Social Communication Centre)What an asset to the school. This is the fourth year for Maura and her team in our amazing Key Stage 3 SocialCommuication Centre. This has proven to be invaluable to the progress of the pupils who are currently placed in theprovision. It is aimed towards specific needs of children with ASD who have a Statement of SEN. Our children in theNead (“nest”) get to use the quiet/sensory and movement rooms and utilise zones to regulate their emotions. Maura hasfacilitated Nead Yoga, Art Therapy, Music, St. Jame’s Farm, Gairdín an Phobal and Sports this year. Everyone adores thisnew provision!An Nead - EC4 (Social Communication Centre)This is the first year of our KeyStage 4 ASC setting in Coláiste Feirste. We work closely with our Key Stage 4 pupils andparents to create a positive bridge between the home and school so that all our pupils have the best experience possiblehere in Coláiste Feirste.We facilitate and help maintain healthy relationships between our pupils within the setting and the rest of the schoolcommunity. We strive to develop their social and communication skills as well as always focusing on their emotionalhealth. We have worked alongside the Belfast Hills, art therapists and a masseuse so far this year. Practical and helpfulskills are developed through the practice of regular meditation and controlled breathing,often taking place in ourfantastic sensory room. Wenurture andpromote a very strong sense of community here between our pupils, teachers, teaching assistants,parents, and the wider school community.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 22
2322An tIonad Tacaíochta Foghlama Cad a tharlaíonn san Ionad?Is seirbhís é an tIonad i ndáiríre a bhuanaíonn ar fud nascoile.Mar áit, déanann, daltaí i gColáiste Feirste cur síos ar anIonad mar thearmann nó mar áit shábháilte. Le cead ómhúinteoirí, tógann daltaí am san Ionad ar go leor cúiseannaéagsúla. Tá Club Lóin Eochairchéim 3 agus Eochairchéim 4san Ionad aithnítear daltaí laethúla a fhreastalaíonn ar anchumann seo tríd an fhoireann tréadach agus is féidir leorochtain a fháil le Pas Ionaid.Tacaíocht Foghlama Cuireann múinteoirí Ciarán Ó Dochartaigh & Noelle NíBhraonáin, tacaíocht ghrúpa bheag ar fáil don Ghaeilge agusdon Bhéarla do dhaltaí i mBliain 8 agus 9. Tá ranganna tharbarr ar fáil don tacaíocht uimhearthachta tríd Roinn naMatamatice. Cuireann siad tacaíocht uimhearthachta agusclub am lóin ar fáil laistigh de roinn na matamaitice dodhaltaí i mBliain 8 agus 9. Cuirimid tacaíocht 1-1 ar fáil doroinnt dár ndaltaí le disléicse trí Bríd Ní Choisdeála. DéanannBríd idirchaidreamh le múinteoirí agus tuismitheoirí freisinagus déanann sí measúnú ar dhaltaí a mbeadh socruitherochtana de dhíth orthu le haghaidh scrúduithe seachtracha.Chuir muid fáilte roimh Bhí Fhionntán Ó Mealláin ag obair le Mary, an CoRSO, lecúpla bliain anuas chun próiseas aitheantais soiléir a chur ibhfeidhm thart ar an Ghaeloideachas. Cuirtear measúnuithebonnlíne i gcrích agus déantar anailís orthu chun a chinntiúgur roghnaigh muid na daltaí cearta chun leas a bhaint as nahidirghabhálacha cuí laistigh den Ionad. Cúntóirí Ranga den scothCuidíonn ár gcúntóirí ranga le páistí lena gcuid oibre aguscuireann siad tacaíocht ar fáil sa rang agus san Ionad araon.Coinníonn siad a gcuid scileanna suas chun dáta agusfreastalaíonn siad ar oiliúint ar Diaibéiteas, Disléicse anUathachais chomh maith leis na riachtanais eile. Gníomhaireachtaí Seachtracha Baineann an tIonad leas as tacaíocht shaineolach óghníomhaireachtaí lasmuigh do chuid de riachtanais níoscasta ár ndaltaí. I measc na seirbhisí seo tá: SeirbhísSíceolaíochta Oideachais EA, Tacaíocht Iompair, ComhairleoirUathachais, Tacaíocht Litearthachta agus For-rochtainNaomh Gearóid. Tá an t-ádh orainn go bhfuil go leoreagraíochtaí agus carthanachtaí maoinithe ag an phobal agcur na huirlisí a theastaíonn uathu chun freastal ar andeacrachtaí ar fáil dár ndaltaí.Learning Support CentreWhat happens in the Ionad?Whilst we refer to this as a centre, The Ionad is actually aservice that permeates throughout the school.As a place, pupils in Coláiste Feirste describe the Ionad asa sanctuary or a safe-place. With permission fromteachers, pupils take time in the Ionad for many differentreasons. There is a Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 LunchClub facilitated by the Ionad Staff daily. Pupils whoattend this club are identified through their pastoral teamand can access with a Pas Ionaid. Learning SupportTeachers Ciarán Ó Dochartaigh & Noelle Ní Bhraonáin,offer small group support for Irish and English for pupils inYear 8 and 9. The Maths department have a brilliantMaths suite where they provide numeracy support and alunch-time club within the maths department for pupils inYear 8 and 9. We offer bespoke 1-1 support to a numberof our pupils with dyslexia through Bríd Ní Choisdeála.Bríd also liases with teachers and parents and assessespupils who may need access arrangements for externalexams.Fionntán Ó Mealláin is working with Mary, our Senco, fortwo years to develop a language appropriate supportsystem. Specific children receive additional support basedon the data collated through our baseline assesments.Our amazing AssistantsOur Classroom Assistants help children with their workand provide support both in-class and in the Ionad. Theykeep their skills up-to-date and attend training onDiabetes, Autism Dyslexia, and Gifted & Talented. External AgenciesThe Ionad avails of expert support from outside agenciesfor some of the more complex needs of our pupils. Theseservices involve EA Education Psychology Service,Behaviour Support, Autism Advisory, Literacy Support andSt. Gerard’s Outreach. We are lucky to have manycommunity-funded organisations and charities providingour pupils with the tools they need to cater to theirdifficulties.An Nead - EC3 (Ionad Cumarsáide Sóisialta)Soláthair iontach don scoil. Is í seo an cúigiú bliain do Maura agus a foireann inárnIonad AithriseSóisialta Eochairchéim 3. Tásé cruthaithe go bhfuil sé seo fíorluachmhar maidir le dul chun cinn na ndaltaí atá curtha sa soláthar faoi láthair. Tá sédírithe ar riachtanais shonracha na ndaltaí le ASD a bhfuil Ráiteas RSO acu. Bíonn an deis ag ár bpáistí sa Nead úsáid abhaint as na seomraí ciúine/céadfacha agus gluaiseachta agus úsáideann siad stráitéisí eagsúla chun a gcuid mothúchán arialú. D'éascaigh Maura Nead Yoga, Teiripe Ealaíne, Ceol, Feirm Naomh Sheamáis, Gairdín an Phobail agus Spóirt i mbliana.Is breá le gach duine an soláthar seo.An Nead – EC4 (Ionad Cumarsáide Sóisialta)Seo an chéad bhliain dúinnIonad AithriseSóisialta Eochairchéim4 abheith againn ar an scoil agus tá muid ag dul go fíormhaith. Oibríonn muid go dian le tuismitheoirí agus le daltaí EC4 chun droichead dearfach a chothú idir an scoil agus anbhaile ionas go mbeidh an éispéiris is fearr ag gach uile dalta dar gcuid ar Choláiste Feirste.Déanaimid caidrimh folláine a eascú agus a neartú lenár ndaltaí agus leis an chomhphobal scoile ag tacú leo le scileannasóisialta, cumarsáide agus sláinte mothúchánach a fhorbairt ina iomlánú. Déantar obair rialta le seirbhisí seachtracha ar nósteiripe ealaíne, The Belfast Hills, suathaire agus tugtar scileanna praiticiúla agus cuidiúla do na páistí fríd teicnícímachnamhaguscleachtaí domhainanálaithea chleachtadh go rialta sa Nead.Déanta seo fosta fríd seomra ilchéadfachd’ardchaighdéan a chur ar fáil dar ndaltaí go laethúil.Bíonn an-mhuintearas cothaithe againn idir dhaltaí, múinteoirí, cúntóirí, tuismitheoirí agus comhphobal na scoile anseo iNead EC4.An Nead - KS3 (Social Communication Centre)What an asset to the school. This is the fourth year for Maura and her team in our amazing Key Stage 3 SocialCommuication Centre. This has proven to be invaluable to the progress of the pupils who are currently placed in theprovision. It is aimed towards specific needs of children with ASD who have a Statement of SEN. Our children in theNead (“nest”) get to use the quiet/sensory and movement rooms and utilise zones to regulate their emotions. Maura hasfacilitated Nead Yoga, Art Therapy, Music, St. Jame’s Farm, Gairdín an Phobal and Sports this year. Everyone adores thisnew provision!An Nead - EC4 (Social Communication Centre)This is the first year of our KeyStage 4 ASC setting in Coláiste Feirste. We work closely with our Key Stage 4 pupils andparents to create a positive bridge between the home and school so that all our pupils have the best experience possiblehere in Coláiste Feirste.We facilitate and help maintain healthy relationships between our pupils within the setting and the rest of the schoolcommunity. We strive to develop their social and communication skills as well as always focusing on their emotionalhealth. We have worked alongside the Belfast Hills, art therapists and a masseuse so far this year. Practical and helpfulskills are developed through the practice of regular meditation and controlled breathing,often taking place in ourfantastic sensory room. Wenurture andpromote a very strong sense of community here between our pupils, teachers, teaching assistants,parents, and the wider school community.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 22
2524OIDEACHAS GAIRMTHREORACHTá Coláiste Feirste tiomanta do sholáthar den scoth maidir leisan Ghairmthreoir agus leis an oideachas don Infhostaitheacht.Baineann sé seo leis an eolas agus leis na scileanna le cinní adhéanamh maidir le bealaí sa tsaol.Lena chois seo tugann muid isteach sa scoil sainghrúpaíseachtracha le saibhriú a dhéanamh ar ár gcuid cláracha féin.Mar shampla tagann Oifigeach Gairmthreorach de chuid anRoinn Fiontair agus Foghlama (RFF) chuig an scoil gachseachtain le hagallaimh a chur ar gach dalta i mBliain 12 faoinarogha gairme. Téann an scoil i ngreim le éascaitheoirí oiliúnaseachtracha agus freastalaímid ar Aonaigh Oibre chun eolassuas chun an dáta a thabhairt do dhaltaí.Bíonn laethanta scileanna agallaimh eagraithe ag an scoil nuaira thagann daoine ón phobal isteach sa scoil chun cuidiú agustacaíocht a thabhairt do na daltaí maidir le ullmhúchánagallaimh.Glacann daltaí bhliain 13 páirt sa scéim táithí oibre agusforbraíonn siad scileanna infhostaíochta trí sheachtain achaitheamh ag obair ar shuíomhanna éagsúla. I mbliana bhídaltaí againn ag obair le Raidío Fáilte cógaslanna, JAM Media,bunscoileanna áitiúla, sólanna agus áiteanna eile nach iad.CAREERS EDUCATIONColáiste Feirste is committed to providing high qualityCareers Guidance and education for employability for ourpupils. This comprises both the knowledge and the skills tomake informed decisions about pathways in life.In addition, we bring in specialist outside groups to furtherenrich these classes. For example, the Careers Officer fromthe Department of Enterprise and Learning (DEL) visits theschool each week to conduct interviews with every pupil inYear 12 about their post-16 options. The school also engageswith external training providers and attend work fairs andopen days to provide the students with up-to-dateinformation.There is also interview skills days organised by the schoolwhere Professionals come into the school to assist pupils withpreparations for interview.Year 13 pupils partake in the work experience schemewhereby they develop their employability skills throughspending the week in various workplaces. This year we hadstudents placed in Ráidió Fáilte, pharmacies, doctors’surgeries, JAM Media, local schools and leisure centres toname a few. Scoileanna Sínte agus imeachtaí seach-churaclaimExtended Schools Ag tacú le foghlaim, samhlaíocht agus stíl shláintiúilmhaireachtála Le cois ardchaighdeán oideachais acadúil a sholáthar, tugannColáiste Feirste faoinár gcuid daltaí a fhorbairt mar dhaoineiomlánacha – ina n-intinn, ina gcorp agus ina gcroí. Chuigesin, eagraímid réimse leathan d’imeachtaí taobh amuigh dentseomra ranga chun scileanna, dearcthaí, luachannapearsanta agus féinmhuinín a chothú sna daltaí – agus arndóighe le go dtig leo sult agus siamsaíocht a bhaint astu.Is é an príomhaidhm ná tearcghnóthachtáil a laghdú agusféidearthachtaí saoil páistí agus daoine óga a fheabhsú.Supporting Learning, Creativity and Healthy LifestylesAs well as providing first class academic opportunities to ourstudents, Coláiste Feirste takes a holistic approach to workwith young people in a community development context. Tothis end a wide range of activities are organised to encouragethe development of skills, attitudes, values and self-confidence- as well as providing opportunities for fun andleisure. The overall objective is to reduce underachievement andimprove the life chances of children and young people.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 24
2524OIDEACHAS GAIRMTHREORACHTá Coláiste Feirste tiomanta do sholáthar den scoth maidir leisan Ghairmthreoir agus leis an oideachas don Infhostaitheacht.Baineann sé seo leis an eolas agus leis na scileanna le cinní adhéanamh maidir le bealaí sa tsaol.Lena chois seo tugann muid isteach sa scoil sainghrúpaíseachtracha le saibhriú a dhéanamh ar ár gcuid cláracha féin.Mar shampla tagann Oifigeach Gairmthreorach de chuid anRoinn Fiontair agus Foghlama (RFF) chuig an scoil gachseachtain le hagallaimh a chur ar gach dalta i mBliain 12 faoinarogha gairme. Téann an scoil i ngreim le éascaitheoirí oiliúnaseachtracha agus freastalaímid ar Aonaigh Oibre chun eolassuas chun an dáta a thabhairt do dhaltaí.Bíonn laethanta scileanna agallaimh eagraithe ag an scoil nuaira thagann daoine ón phobal isteach sa scoil chun cuidiú agustacaíocht a thabhairt do na daltaí maidir le ullmhúchánagallaimh.Glacann daltaí bhliain 13 páirt sa scéim táithí oibre agusforbraíonn siad scileanna infhostaíochta trí sheachtain achaitheamh ag obair ar shuíomhanna éagsúla. I mbliana bhídaltaí againn ag obair le Raidío Fáilte cógaslanna, JAM Media,bunscoileanna áitiúla, sólanna agus áiteanna eile nach iad.CAREERS EDUCATIONColáiste Feirste is committed to providing high qualityCareers Guidance and education for employability for ourpupils. This comprises both the knowledge and the skills tomake informed decisions about pathways in life.In addition, we bring in specialist outside groups to furtherenrich these classes. For example, the Careers Officer fromthe Department of Enterprise and Learning (DEL) visits theschool each week to conduct interviews with every pupil inYear 12 about their post-16 options. The school also engageswith external training providers and attend work fairs andopen days to provide the students with up-to-dateinformation.There is also interview skills days organised by the schoolwhere Professionals come into the school to assist pupils withpreparations for interview.Year 13 pupils partake in the work experience schemewhereby they develop their employability skills throughspending the week in various workplaces. This year we hadstudents placed in Ráidió Fáilte, pharmacies, doctors’surgeries, JAM Media, local schools and leisure centres toname a few. Scoileanna Sínte agus imeachtaí seach-churaclaimExtended Schools Ag tacú le foghlaim, samhlaíocht agus stíl shláintiúilmhaireachtála Le cois ardchaighdeán oideachais acadúil a sholáthar, tugannColáiste Feirste faoinár gcuid daltaí a fhorbairt mar dhaoineiomlánacha – ina n-intinn, ina gcorp agus ina gcroí. Chuigesin, eagraímid réimse leathan d’imeachtaí taobh amuigh dentseomra ranga chun scileanna, dearcthaí, luachannapearsanta agus féinmhuinín a chothú sna daltaí – agus arndóighe le go dtig leo sult agus siamsaíocht a bhaint astu.Is é an príomhaidhm ná tearcghnóthachtáil a laghdú agusféidearthachtaí saoil páistí agus daoine óga a fheabhsú.Supporting Learning, Creativity and Healthy LifestylesAs well as providing first class academic opportunities to ourstudents, Coláiste Feirste takes a holistic approach to workwith young people in a community development context. Tothis end a wide range of activities are organised to encouragethe development of skills, attitudes, values and self-confidence- as well as providing opportunities for fun andleisure. The overall objective is to reduce underachievement andimprove the life chances of children and young people.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 24
2726Is iad na cuspóirí:n Bheith folláin;n Bheith ag baint suilt, ag foghlaim agus ag gnóthachtáil;n Maireachtáil faoi shábháilte agus faoi sheasmhacht;n Folláine timpeallachta agus geilleagair bheith annn Páirt dhearfach a imirt sa tsochaí agus sa phobalCuireann Scoileanna Sínte imeachtaí éagsúla ar siúl atá agcloí le spriocanna Phlean Forbartha na Scoile. Tá CumannBricfeasta, imeachtaí tacaíochta don fhoghlaim i ndiaidh amscoile agus imeachtaí iarscoile spóirt agus só don aos óg. Táclár ann do thuismitheoirí agus d’úsáid na scoile ag anphobal.Tá fianaise láidir ann a léiríonn an tionchar dearfach atá agseirbhísí sínte ar spreagadh, iompar agus foghlaim na ndaltaí.Mar gheall air seo, tá feabhas suntasach ag teacht arghnóthachtáil ár ndaltaí, go háirithe iad siúd atá faoimhíbhuntáiste. Tá teaghlaigh agus an pobal ag baint tairbheas an chlár seo fosta mar go bhfuil teacht acu ar réimse níosleithne de dheiseanna a ardaíonn leibhéal mianaidhme.Cuirimid fáilte roimh gach dalta theacht agus bheithpáirteach agus go háirithe iad siúd nach mbíonn páirteach inimeachtaí mar seo de ghnáth. Tá sé ríthábhachtach gondéanann daoine óga a thagann go Coláiste Feirste alánacmhainneacht a chomhlíonadh agus go mbíonneispéaras taitneamhach acu ar scoil. Tugann na heagraíochtaí seo a leanas maoiniú do ScoileannaSínte: Roinn an Oideachais agus OÚ, Cnuasghrúpa ScoileannaSínte na bhFál, Foras na Gaeilge.The Outcomes are:n Being Healthyn Enjoying, Learning and Achievingn Living in Safety and with Stabilityn Experiencing Economic and Environmental WellBeingn Contributing Positively to Community and Society.Extended Schools provide various activities linked withthe School Development Plan. There is a Breakfast Club,extra tuition, mentoring and transition support, after-school youth, sport and leisure activities, supportprogrammes for parents and community use of theschool building. There is increasingly strong evidence showing thepositive impact of extended services on children’smotivation, behaviour and engagement with learning.This is beginning to yield real improvements inattainment, particularly for the most disadvantagedpupils. Families and local communities are benefitingtoo, through access to a wider range of opportunitieswhich, in turn, raise aspirations.All pupils are welcome to join and we particularly wantto invite those who might not normally attend extendedschool activities because it is vital to us that all theyoung people who attend Coláiste Feirste achieve theirpotential and have a very enjoyable experience atschool.Extended Schools is generously supported by DENI andEA Extended SchoolsGreater Falls Extended Schools Cluster, Foras na Gaeilgeand Sport NI.Spórt sa CholáisteCuireann Coláiste Feirste an-bhéim ar an spórt agus ar anchorpoideachas. Tapaímid deiseanna forbartha pearsanta frídna ranganna corpoideachais le linn am scoile, agus fríd chlárspórt agus clubanna i ndiaidh am scoile, mar shampla frídScoileanna Sínte.Tá Corpoideachas ina ábhar riachtanach sa scoil. Is féidirCorpoideachas a roghnú fosta mar ábhar TGMO ina ndéanannna daltaí staidéar ar stíleanna maireachtála cothroma agus antsláinte aonair, idir fhisiceach, mheabhrach agus shóisialta. Agiar16 is féidir Ard Leibheál Spórt a bhaint amach. Ansin téanndaltaí ar aghaidh chun na hollscoile le céim sa Spórt adhéanamh.Is mian le Coláiste Feirste cuidiú leis na daltaí a bhféiniúlachtagus a gcultúr sainiúil féin a thuigbheáil agus a cheiliúradh,agus sainmheon Gaelach na scoile lárnach san aidhm seo. Isscoil lán-Ghaeilge í Coláiste Feirste, is í an Ghaeilge an uirlis istábhachtaí maidir le hoideachas na ndaltaí agus caithfidh siada gcuid féin a dhéanamh di le linn a saoil scoile agus iad agcur le foghlaim na ndaltaí eile.Sport in Coláiste FeirsteColáiste Feirste places a high emphasis on sport and physicaleducation. We maximise opportunities for personaldevelopment through PE classes and through the sports’ andclubs’ programme after school, for example throughExtended Schools.PE is a compulsory subject in the school. PE can also bechosen as a subject at GCSE in which pupils study balancedlifestyles and individual health, both physical, mental, andsocial. At post 16 pupils can study A Level Sport and then goon to study Sports’ Science at university.The school uses Irish language as the most importantinstrument for their student’s education, constantlyencouraging them to make Irish their first language and touse it throughout the school day, enabling them to enhancetheir own educational potential. This in turn assists studentsin understanding and celebrating their identity and culture.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 26
2726Is iad na cuspóirí:n Bheith folláin;n Bheith ag baint suilt, ag foghlaim agus ag gnóthachtáil;n Maireachtáil faoi shábháilte agus faoi sheasmhacht;n Folláine timpeallachta agus geilleagair bheith annn Páirt dhearfach a imirt sa tsochaí agus sa phobalCuireann Scoileanna Sínte imeachtaí éagsúla ar siúl atá agcloí le spriocanna Phlean Forbartha na Scoile. Tá CumannBricfeasta, imeachtaí tacaíochta don fhoghlaim i ndiaidh amscoile agus imeachtaí iarscoile spóirt agus só don aos óg. Táclár ann do thuismitheoirí agus d’úsáid na scoile ag anphobal.Tá fianaise láidir ann a léiríonn an tionchar dearfach atá agseirbhísí sínte ar spreagadh, iompar agus foghlaim na ndaltaí.Mar gheall air seo, tá feabhas suntasach ag teacht arghnóthachtáil ár ndaltaí, go háirithe iad siúd atá faoimhíbhuntáiste. Tá teaghlaigh agus an pobal ag baint tairbheas an chlár seo fosta mar go bhfuil teacht acu ar réimse níosleithne de dheiseanna a ardaíonn leibhéal mianaidhme.Cuirimid fáilte roimh gach dalta theacht agus bheithpáirteach agus go háirithe iad siúd nach mbíonn páirteach inimeachtaí mar seo de ghnáth. Tá sé ríthábhachtach gondéanann daoine óga a thagann go Coláiste Feirste alánacmhainneacht a chomhlíonadh agus go mbíonneispéaras taitneamhach acu ar scoil. Tugann na heagraíochtaí seo a leanas maoiniú do ScoileannaSínte: Roinn an Oideachais agus OÚ, Cnuasghrúpa ScoileannaSínte na bhFál, Foras na Gaeilge.The Outcomes are:n Being Healthyn Enjoying, Learning and Achievingn Living in Safety and with Stabilityn Experiencing Economic and Environmental WellBeingn Contributing Positively to Community and Society.Extended Schools provide various activities linked withthe School Development Plan. There is a Breakfast Club,extra tuition, mentoring and transition support, after-school youth, sport and leisure activities, supportprogrammes for parents and community use of theschool building. There is increasingly strong evidence showing thepositive impact of extended services on children’smotivation, behaviour and engagement with learning.This is beginning to yield real improvements inattainment, particularly for the most disadvantagedpupils. Families and local communities are benefitingtoo, through access to a wider range of opportunitieswhich, in turn, raise aspirations.All pupils are welcome to join and we particularly wantto invite those who might not normally attend extendedschool activities because it is vital to us that all theyoung people who attend Coláiste Feirste achieve theirpotential and have a very enjoyable experience atschool.Extended Schools is generously supported by DENI andEA Extended SchoolsGreater Falls Extended Schools Cluster, Foras na Gaeilgeand Sport NI.Spórt sa CholáisteCuireann Coláiste Feirste an-bhéim ar an spórt agus ar anchorpoideachas. Tapaímid deiseanna forbartha pearsanta frídna ranganna corpoideachais le linn am scoile, agus fríd chlárspórt agus clubanna i ndiaidh am scoile, mar shampla frídScoileanna Sínte.Tá Corpoideachas ina ábhar riachtanach sa scoil. Is féidirCorpoideachas a roghnú fosta mar ábhar TGMO ina ndéanannna daltaí staidéar ar stíleanna maireachtála cothroma agus antsláinte aonair, idir fhisiceach, mheabhrach agus shóisialta. Agiar16 is féidir Ard Leibheál Spórt a bhaint amach. Ansin téanndaltaí ar aghaidh chun na hollscoile le céim sa Spórt adhéanamh.Is mian le Coláiste Feirste cuidiú leis na daltaí a bhféiniúlachtagus a gcultúr sainiúil féin a thuigbheáil agus a cheiliúradh,agus sainmheon Gaelach na scoile lárnach san aidhm seo. Isscoil lán-Ghaeilge í Coláiste Feirste, is í an Ghaeilge an uirlis istábhachtaí maidir le hoideachas na ndaltaí agus caithfidh siada gcuid féin a dhéanamh di le linn a saoil scoile agus iad agcur le foghlaim na ndaltaí eile.Sport in Coláiste FeirsteColáiste Feirste places a high emphasis on sport and physicaleducation. We maximise opportunities for personaldevelopment through PE classes and through the sports’ andclubs’ programme after school, for example throughExtended Schools.PE is a compulsory subject in the school. PE can also bechosen as a subject at GCSE in which pupils study balancedlifestyles and individual health, both physical, mental, andsocial. At post 16 pupils can study A Level Sport and then goon to study Sports’ Science at university.The school uses Irish language as the most importantinstrument for their student’s education, constantlyencouraging them to make Irish their first language and touse it throughout the school day, enabling them to enhancetheir own educational potential. This in turn assists studentsin understanding and celebrating their identity and culture.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 26
2928Úsáideann daltaí Choláiste Feirste an Ghaeilge mar mhodhcumarsáide na himeartha. Ar an dóigh seo, tá próiseas nafoghlama beo ar an pháirc, agus téarmaíocht nua in úsáidnach mbeadh le cluinstin in seomra ranga.Tá níos mó ná dáréag sa scoil ag obair ar chur chun cinn nagcluichí Gaelacha, agus imreoir Aontroma Pádraig Mac GiollaBhríde ar an stiúir. Tá múinteoirí na foirne seo ag tógáil arobair na mblianta agus ar an dul chun cinn atá déanta acuionas gur féidir leo ardchaighdeán imeartha a bhaint amach.Glacann Coláiste Feirste páirt sna comórtais a eagraíonnScoileanna Uladh i ngach cóid de chuid an CLG, agus d’éirighgo geal le foireann na mbuachaillí agus le foireann na gcailíníar na blianta déanacha. Ar feadh na mblianta bhain foirnescoile gradaim Ghairmscoileanna Aontroma agus bhain siadleo roinnt corn i gcluichí ceannais Chúige Uladh. Bhain árbhfoirne Peile agus Iomána i mBliain 8 an cluicheleathcheannais agus an cluiche ceannais de Chorn ScoileannaAontroma amach anuraidh, agus le déanaí, bhuaigh siadsciath Aidan Walsh sa Pheil Ghaelach. Ar a bharr sin, bhainiománaithe Bhliain 8 an Corn Éamonn Uí Fhaogáin. Tá a lán imeachtaí seach-churaclaim ar fail d’achan dalta indiaidh am scoile ar Choláiste Feirste. Tá foirne againn agachan aois ghrúpa do Pheil ghaelach, Iománaíocht, Peil namBan, Camógaíocht agus Sacar. Cuirimid Liathróid Láimheagus Lúthchleasaíocht ar fail d’achan dalta chomh maith.Bíonn traenáil ann achan lá sa seachtain le cinntiú go bhfuildaltaí s’againne ábalta spóirt difriúla a imirt.Central to that celebration of identity and culture are Gaelicgames, with the students using Irish on the field and as theyplay. This allows learning to continue on the field as they areplaying, learning new terminology they would not otherwisemeet in the classroom.Patrick McBride, current Antrim Senior footballer,leads astrong crew of a dozen or more teachers committed to theprovision of Gaelic games in the school, and they continue toaspire to better things, looking to build on progress made inrecent years and play at a higher level to further develop theirplayers. Coláiste Feirste take part in all Ulster Schoolscompetitions across the four codes and have achievednotable success in recent years with the both their boys andgirls football teams. In recent years our Ladies Gaelic Footballteam were crowned Ulster Champions. Last year, our Footballand Hurling teams in year 8 reached the semi-final and theAntrim Schools Cup final, and more recently, they won theAidan Walsh Shield in Gaelic Football. On top of that, year 8hurlers won the Éamonn Ó Faogáin Cup.There are many extra-curricular activities available for everystudent after school at Coláiste feirste. We have teams atevery age group for Gaelic Football, Hurling, Ladies Football,Camogie and Soccer. We also provide Handball and Athleticsfor every student. There is training after school, every day ofthe week to ensure our students have the chance to playdifferent sports. Tá muid iontach bródúil as na himreoirí ar bronnadhSárimreoirí Scoileanna Aontroma orthu. I mbliain 8 bhí EthanÓ Fearáil, Seán Ó Riain agus Seán Ó Cuinneagáin againn.Bronnadh Sárimreoirí eile ar imreoirí Bhliain 10 - Ruairí ÓScolláin, Nathan Mac Cionaith agus Christopher MacRoibeaird. Bhain Seán Ó Cuinneagáin agus Seán Ó Riain óBhliain 8 gradam sárimreoir amach. Ar bharr seo, bhainBlaithín Nic Cathail Sárimreoir Uladh amach don dara uair!Léiríonn na gradaim seo an obair chrua a chuir na daltaíisteach, chomh maith leis an scil atá acu. Is cinnte gur thacaigh Gaelfast, tionscnamh suaitheanta dechuid an CLG i mBéal Feirste, go mór le bua an spóirt sa scoilagus sna clubanna máguaird: Naomh Eoin, Naomh Gall, Gortna Móna, Laochra Loch Lao, CLG Chairdinéil Uí Dhónaill, CLGPhádraig Sáirséil, Naomh Pól agus CLG Mhíchíl MhicDhaibhéid. Cuireann clár cóitseála seach-churaclaim leceachtanna an churaclaim féin, agus cóitseálaithe o Gaelfastagus ó fhoireann na scoile páirteach.Áiseanna nua spóirtCaithfidh gurb é an dul chun cinn is mó atá le feiceáil agColáiste Feirste féin ná gur osclaíodh Spórtlann na hÉireann in2018. Tá cead ag na daltaí úsáid a bhaint as na háiseanna seole linn an lae, agus fáilte roimh chách chun na spórtlainne sanoíche. Tá athbheochan iomlán déanta ar sheansuíomhShólann Ard na bhFeá agus anois tá hallaí gleacaíochta,seomraí traenála agus seomraí feistis ann. Taobh amuigh táláthair ilspóirt 3G agus páirc imeartha CLG fosta atáinchurtha le páirc imeartha ar bith in Éirinn. Sa bhreis air sin,tógadh foirgneamh Liathróid Láimhe den scoth arú anuraidh.Tá an tionscadal tógala seo ag soláthar deiseanna iontachaspórt dar ndaltaí, an Cheathrú Ghaeltachta agus an pobaláitiúilTá Coláiste Feirste tiomanta le deiseanna a sholáthar dárndaltaí barrfheabhas a bhaint amach sa spórt. Tá an fhís, naháiseanna, an fhoireann agus an saineolas againn nadeiseanna spóirt seo a úsáid le sláinte agus folláin ár bpobalscoile iomláin a chur chun cinn.While we are competing in team sports, we are very proud ofthe players who have won the Antrim Schools All Stars. Inyear 8 we had Ethan Ó Fearail, Seán Ó Riain and Seán ÓCuinneagáin. Other All-Star awards were awarded to our year10 players Ruairí Ó Scolláin, Nathan Mac Cionaith andChristopher Mac Roibeaird. Furthermore, Balithín Nic Cathailwas awarded an Ulster Colleges All Star award for the secondtime! These awards reflect the hard work the students put in,as well as their level of skill.The support received from the Gaelfast project, Belfast’sflagship GAA initiative, has helped to further develop thetalent within the school and its numerous feeder clubs; StJohn’s, St Gall’s, Gort na Móna, Laochra Loch Lao, O’Donnell’s,Patrick Sarsfield’s, Rossa, St Paul’s and Michael Davitt’s.Curricular PE lessons are complimented by a strong extra-curricular coaching programme delivered by Gaelfast coachesalongside the teaching staff.New Sports FacilitiesOne of the most important developments in recent years hasbeen the opening ofSportlann na hÉireann, a state-of-the-artsports facility which has revitalised the sporting scene in theschool and the wider west Belfast area. Opened in 2018, aswell as an impressive indoor area the school boast a full sized4G GAA pitch on their doorstep, sports halls, a gym, handballcomplex and changing facilities. Students have full use offacilities during school hours and the public having access inthe evening. As a school community we are extremely proudof this project which offers wonderful opportunities both toour pupils, the Gaeltacht Quarter and the local community.There is also an excellent recently finished Handball complexon the site. As a school community we are extremely proudof this project which offers wonderful opportunities both toour pupils, the Gaeltacht Quarter and the local community.Coláiste Feirste is committed to providing all our pupils withopportunities to excel in sport. We have the vision, thefacilities, the staff and expertise to utilise sportingopportunities to promote the health and well-being of ourentire school community. We also continue to inspire andinstil the ideals of Irish identity and culture amongst itsstudents, and every opportunity is given to students todevelop themselves both on and off the field of play.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 28
2928Úsáideann daltaí Choláiste Feirste an Ghaeilge mar mhodhcumarsáide na himeartha. Ar an dóigh seo, tá próiseas nafoghlama beo ar an pháirc, agus téarmaíocht nua in úsáidnach mbeadh le cluinstin in seomra ranga.Tá níos mó ná dáréag sa scoil ag obair ar chur chun cinn nagcluichí Gaelacha, agus imreoir Aontroma Pádraig Mac GiollaBhríde ar an stiúir. Tá múinteoirí na foirne seo ag tógáil arobair na mblianta agus ar an dul chun cinn atá déanta acuionas gur féidir leo ardchaighdeán imeartha a bhaint amach.Glacann Coláiste Feirste páirt sna comórtais a eagraíonnScoileanna Uladh i ngach cóid de chuid an CLG, agus d’éirighgo geal le foireann na mbuachaillí agus le foireann na gcailíníar na blianta déanacha. Ar feadh na mblianta bhain foirnescoile gradaim Ghairmscoileanna Aontroma agus bhain siadleo roinnt corn i gcluichí ceannais Chúige Uladh. Bhain árbhfoirne Peile agus Iomána i mBliain 8 an cluicheleathcheannais agus an cluiche ceannais de Chorn ScoileannaAontroma amach anuraidh, agus le déanaí, bhuaigh siadsciath Aidan Walsh sa Pheil Ghaelach. Ar a bharr sin, bhainiománaithe Bhliain 8 an Corn Éamonn Uí Fhaogáin. Tá a lán imeachtaí seach-churaclaim ar fail d’achan dalta indiaidh am scoile ar Choláiste Feirste. Tá foirne againn agachan aois ghrúpa do Pheil ghaelach, Iománaíocht, Peil namBan, Camógaíocht agus Sacar. Cuirimid Liathróid Láimheagus Lúthchleasaíocht ar fail d’achan dalta chomh maith.Bíonn traenáil ann achan lá sa seachtain le cinntiú go bhfuildaltaí s’againne ábalta spóirt difriúla a imirt.Central to that celebration of identity and culture are Gaelicgames, with the students using Irish on the field and as theyplay. This allows learning to continue on the field as they areplaying, learning new terminology they would not otherwisemeet in the classroom.Patrick McBride, current Antrim Senior footballer,leads astrong crew of a dozen or more teachers committed to theprovision of Gaelic games in the school, and they continue toaspire to better things, looking to build on progress made inrecent years and play at a higher level to further develop theirplayers. Coláiste Feirste take part in all Ulster Schoolscompetitions across the four codes and have achievednotable success in recent years with the both their boys andgirls football teams. In recent years our Ladies Gaelic Footballteam were crowned Ulster Champions. Last year, our Footballand Hurling teams in year 8 reached the semi-final and theAntrim Schools Cup final, and more recently, they won theAidan Walsh Shield in Gaelic Football. On top of that, year 8hurlers won the Éamonn Ó Faogáin Cup.There are many extra-curricular activities available for everystudent after school at Coláiste feirste. We have teams atevery age group for Gaelic Football, Hurling, Ladies Football,Camogie and Soccer. We also provide Handball and Athleticsfor every student. There is training after school, every day ofthe week to ensure our students have the chance to playdifferent sports. Tá muid iontach bródúil as na himreoirí ar bronnadhSárimreoirí Scoileanna Aontroma orthu. I mbliain 8 bhí EthanÓ Fearáil, Seán Ó Riain agus Seán Ó Cuinneagáin againn.Bronnadh Sárimreoirí eile ar imreoirí Bhliain 10 - Ruairí ÓScolláin, Nathan Mac Cionaith agus Christopher MacRoibeaird. Bhain Seán Ó Cuinneagáin agus Seán Ó Riain óBhliain 8 gradam sárimreoir amach. Ar bharr seo, bhainBlaithín Nic Cathail Sárimreoir Uladh amach don dara uair!Léiríonn na gradaim seo an obair chrua a chuir na daltaíisteach, chomh maith leis an scil atá acu. Is cinnte gur thacaigh Gaelfast, tionscnamh suaitheanta dechuid an CLG i mBéal Feirste, go mór le bua an spóirt sa scoilagus sna clubanna máguaird: Naomh Eoin, Naomh Gall, Gortna Móna, Laochra Loch Lao, CLG Chairdinéil Uí Dhónaill, CLGPhádraig Sáirséil, Naomh Pól agus CLG Mhíchíl MhicDhaibhéid. Cuireann clár cóitseála seach-churaclaim leceachtanna an churaclaim féin, agus cóitseálaithe o Gaelfastagus ó fhoireann na scoile páirteach.Áiseanna nua spóirtCaithfidh gurb é an dul chun cinn is mó atá le feiceáil agColáiste Feirste féin ná gur osclaíodh Spórtlann na hÉireann in2018. Tá cead ag na daltaí úsáid a bhaint as na háiseanna seole linn an lae, agus fáilte roimh chách chun na spórtlainne sanoíche. Tá athbheochan iomlán déanta ar sheansuíomhShólann Ard na bhFeá agus anois tá hallaí gleacaíochta,seomraí traenála agus seomraí feistis ann. Taobh amuigh táláthair ilspóirt 3G agus páirc imeartha CLG fosta atáinchurtha le páirc imeartha ar bith in Éirinn. Sa bhreis air sin,tógadh foirgneamh Liathróid Láimhe den scoth arú anuraidh.Tá an tionscadal tógala seo ag soláthar deiseanna iontachaspórt dar ndaltaí, an Cheathrú Ghaeltachta agus an pobaláitiúilTá Coláiste Feirste tiomanta le deiseanna a sholáthar dárndaltaí barrfheabhas a bhaint amach sa spórt. Tá an fhís, naháiseanna, an fhoireann agus an saineolas againn nadeiseanna spóirt seo a úsáid le sláinte agus folláin ár bpobalscoile iomláin a chur chun cinn.While we are competing in team sports, we are very proud ofthe players who have won the Antrim Schools All Stars. Inyear 8 we had Ethan Ó Fearail, Seán Ó Riain and Seán ÓCuinneagáin. Other All-Star awards were awarded to our year10 players Ruairí Ó Scolláin, Nathan Mac Cionaith andChristopher Mac Roibeaird. Furthermore, Balithín Nic Cathailwas awarded an Ulster Colleges All Star award for the secondtime! These awards reflect the hard work the students put in,as well as their level of skill.The support received from the Gaelfast project, Belfast’sflagship GAA initiative, has helped to further develop thetalent within the school and its numerous feeder clubs; StJohn’s, St Gall’s, Gort na Móna, Laochra Loch Lao, O’Donnell’s,Patrick Sarsfield’s, Rossa, St Paul’s and Michael Davitt’s.Curricular PE lessons are complimented by a strong extra-curricular coaching programme delivered by Gaelfast coachesalongside the teaching staff.New Sports FacilitiesOne of the most important developments in recent years hasbeen the opening ofSportlann na hÉireann, a state-of-the-artsports facility which has revitalised the sporting scene in theschool and the wider west Belfast area. Opened in 2018, aswell as an impressive indoor area the school boast a full sized4G GAA pitch on their doorstep, sports halls, a gym, handballcomplex and changing facilities. Students have full use offacilities during school hours and the public having access inthe evening. As a school community we are extremely proudof this project which offers wonderful opportunities both toour pupils, the Gaeltacht Quarter and the local community.There is also an excellent recently finished Handball complexon the site. As a school community we are extremely proudof this project which offers wonderful opportunities both toour pupils, the Gaeltacht Quarter and the local community.Coláiste Feirste is committed to providing all our pupils withopportunities to excel in sport. We have the vision, thefacilities, the staff and expertise to utilise sportingopportunities to promote the health and well-being of ourentire school community. We also continue to inspire andinstil the ideals of Irish identity and culture amongst itsstudents, and every opportunity is given to students todevelop themselves both on and off the field of play.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 28
3130Scrúduithe seachtracha 2019-2023Tá na leibhéil ghnóthachtála dalta ar Choláiste Feirste ar natorthaí is fearr ag GCSE agus Ardleibhéal i measc scoileannaneamhroghnacha sa tuaisceart. Tá na torthaí GCSE Mata(52%) agus Béarla (75%) an-mhaith ar fad. Seo thíos naleibhéil ghnóthachtála a bhain na daltaí s’againn amach le cúigbliana anuas..Torthaí TGM (2019-2023)External exams 2019-2023Pupil performance levels at Coláiste Feirste are consistentlyamong the top non-selective schools in terms ofbenchmarking, both at GCSE and at A-level. Maths (52%)and English (75%) results at GCSE are excellent. Thefollowing are the attainment levels for our pupils over thelast five years.Year 12 GCSE Results (2019 – 2022)Gráid (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 2022(%) 20235 + A* - C 84 94 93 88 925 + A* - G 98 98 97 100 100Líon daltaí106 102 118 99 89Grades (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 2022(%) 20235 + A* - C 84 94 93 88 925 + A* - G 98 98 97 100 100Number of Pupils106 102 118 99 89RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 30
3130Scrúduithe seachtracha 2019-2023Tá na leibhéil ghnóthachtála dalta ar Choláiste Feirste ar natorthaí is fearr ag GCSE agus Ardleibhéal i measc scoileannaneamhroghnacha sa tuaisceart. Tá na torthaí GCSE Mata(52%) agus Béarla (75%) an-mhaith ar fad. Seo thíos naleibhéil ghnóthachtála a bhain na daltaí s’againn amach le cúigbliana anuas..Torthaí TGM (2019-2023)External exams 2019-2023Pupil performance levels at Coláiste Feirste are consistentlyamong the top non-selective schools in terms ofbenchmarking, both at GCSE and at A-level. Maths (52%)and English (75%) results at GCSE are excellent. Thefollowing are the attainment levels for our pupils over thelast five years.Year 12 GCSE Results (2019 – 2022)Gráid (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 2022(%) 20235 + A* - C 84 94 93 88 925 + A* - G 98 98 97 100 100Líon daltaí106 102 118 99 89Grades (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 2022(%) 20235 + A* - C 84 94 93 88 925 + A* - G 98 98 97 100 100Number of Pupils106 102 118 99 89RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 30
3332Soláthraíonn Coláiste Feirste dhá chonair go dtí an t-oideachas 3ú leibhéal: (a) an chonair 3-4 Ardleibhéal arghnóthaigh 98.3% acu 2 nó níos mó Ardleibhéal arghráid A-E (an tagarmharc do na scoileannaneamhroghnacha); agus (b) an chonair ghairmeach arghnóthaigh na daltaí, le cois na gcáilíochtaí gairmeacha,grád maith in ardleibhéal Gaeilge. Tugtar anghnóthachtáil don chonair ardleibhéil thuas agus anghnóthachtáil don bhlianghrúpa iomlán idir lúibíní. In2023 fuair 98.3% de na daltaí 2+ A-E agus 47% 3+ A*-C.Cinn scríbe daltaí 2023Pupil destinations 2023Torthaí TGO A2 (Ardleibhéal) (2019 - 2023)Gráid (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 2022(%) 20232 + A - E 100(78) 100(79) 100(80) 100 98.3 (79)Líondaltaí58 62 75 52 60 (75)BliainYearArd-oideachasHighereducationScoilEileAnotherschool ColáisteBreisoideachaisFurther educationScileannaOibre/PrintíseachtJobskills/ApprenticeshipFostaíochtEmploymentEileOtherIomlánTotal12 0 2 11 6 3 0 2213 0 0 2 0 2 0 414 43 0 9 0 22 2 75Coláiste Feirste offers two pathways to 3rd Leveleducation: (a) the 3-4 A-level pathway, 100% of whomgained 2 or more A-levels this year (which is thebenchmark for non-selective schools); and (b) thevocational pathway who, in addition to vocationalqualifications (BTEC and NVQ), all gained a good grade inA-level Irish. The A-level performance is given above,with the total year-group performance in brackets. In2023 98.3% of A-level pupils achieved 2+ A*-E and 47%achieved 3+ A*-C.GCE A2 (A- Level) Results (2019 – 2023)Grades (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 2022(%) 20232 + A - E 100(78) 100(79) 100(80) 100 98.3 (79)Number ofPupils58 62 75 52 60 (75)RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 32
3332Soláthraíonn Coláiste Feirste dhá chonair go dtí an t-oideachas 3ú leibhéal: (a) an chonair 3-4 Ardleibhéal arghnóthaigh 98.3% acu 2 nó níos mó Ardleibhéal arghráid A-E (an tagarmharc do na scoileannaneamhroghnacha); agus (b) an chonair ghairmeach arghnóthaigh na daltaí, le cois na gcáilíochtaí gairmeacha,grád maith in ardleibhéal Gaeilge. Tugtar anghnóthachtáil don chonair ardleibhéil thuas agus anghnóthachtáil don bhlianghrúpa iomlán idir lúibíní. In2023 fuair 98.3% de na daltaí 2+ A-E agus 47% 3+ A*-C.Cinn scríbe daltaí 2023Pupil destinations 2023Torthaí TGO A2 (Ardleibhéal) (2019 - 2023)Gráid (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 2022(%) 20232 + A - E 100(78) 100(79) 100(80) 100 98.3 (79)Líondaltaí58 62 75 52 60 (75)BliainYearArd-oideachasHighereducationScoilEileAnotherschool ColáisteBreisoideachaisFurther educationScileannaOibre/PrintíseachtJobskills/ApprenticeshipFostaíochtEmploymentEileOtherIomlánTotal12 0 2 11 6 3 0 2213 0 0 2 0 2 0 414 43 0 9 0 22 2 75Coláiste Feirste offers two pathways to 3rd Leveleducation: (a) the 3-4 A-level pathway, 100% of whomgained 2 or more A-levels this year (which is thebenchmark for non-selective schools); and (b) thevocational pathway who, in addition to vocationalqualifications (BTEC and NVQ), all gained a good grade inA-level Irish. The A-level performance is given above,with the total year-group performance in brackets. In2023 98.3% of A-level pupils achieved 2+ A*-E and 47%achieved 3+ A*-C.GCE A2 (A- Level) Results (2019 – 2023)Grades (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 2022(%) 20232 + A - E 100(78) 100(79) 100(80) 100 98.3 (79)Number ofPupils58 62 75 52 60 (75)RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 32
3534Tús maith leath na hoibre –Ionduchtúchán Bhliain 8Tá an t-ádh orainn go mbíonn aithne againn ar na daltaís’againne de thairbhe na ndlúthchaidreamh atá againn leis nabunscoileanna agus cuidíonn sé seo go mór leis an chórasionduchtúcháin. Ba mhaith linn plean a dhéanamh le chéile,agus seo a leanas an dóigh a ndéantar sin agus na páistí arRang 7.n Blas den Choláiste um Nollaig Rang 7.n Lá Oscailte Eanáir 2024. n Lá ionduchtúcháin i Mí an Mheithimh 2024 le daltaí agustuismitheoirí chun eolas tábhachtach a sholáthar aguschun bualadh le foireann tréadchúraim Bl8.n Gaeltacht Choláiste Feirste Lúnasa 2024. Leanfaidh daltaíclár ama chúrsa samhraidh sa Ghaeltacht, ag foghlaimamhrán agus damhsaí gaelacha, ag déanamh spóirt agus agdul i dtaithí ar fhís na scoile, Is Gael Mé. n Tuairisc le linn na bliana ar dhul chun cinn an pháiste.n Cruinniú tuismitheoirí chun plé a dhéanamh ar fhoghlaimagus ar fhorbairt an dalta. n Imeachtaí le linn na bliana le daltaí a fhorbairt agus aspreagadh:A great start is half the work –Year 8 inductionFor several years we have prioritised the transition of pupilsfrom P7 to Year 8, both pastorally and in terms of learning.Our aim is to make transition as effective and asmotivating as possible, keeping both learning and thehappiness factor high. We aim to support both parents andpupils through this process. As part of the transitionprogramme, we will:n Visit our Bunscoileanna in order to meet ourtransferring pupils and the Rang a 7 teachern Provide a Taster Day in December in which pupils willexperience aspect of the school day; participate inactivities, meet the Staff, and other pupils transferringwith them n Hold an induction meeting in June in which parents andpupils can meet with the Year 8 pastoral team toreceive key information and advicen Offer the opportunity to complete a week’s course atGaeltacht Choláiste Feirste in August 2024. Whilst here,children will follow the Gaeltacht timetable, learningIrish songs, céilí dances and gaelic sports. Children willbe introduced to our school ethos, Is Gael Mé. n Offer the opportunity to attend a Transition/Reviewmorning with your son/daughter’s Form Teacher andHead of Year.- frith-thromaíocht agus sábháilteacht ar líne- sábháilteacht bóthair- bronnadh duaiseanna agus ceiliúradh - duaiseanna agus turais mar chuid de chóras moltaí anCholáiste- turas Gaeltachta - clubanna scoile:✓ Eiceascoileanna✓ Spórt agus folláineacht ✓ Leabharlann: Club Leabhair agus scríbhneoireacht chruthaitheach✓ STEM; Lego✓ Ceol agus Drámaíocht Cuireann tús sona ar an iar-bhunscolaíocht go mór le rath anpháiste sna blianta atá le teacht. Is í sin an aidhm atá againne.Is mór linn do chuid rannpháirtíochta.n Provide an annual report on your son/daughter’sprogressProvide the opportunity to attend a Parents’ Meetingon your child’s progress in every subjectn Organise events throughout the year such as:- antibullying and online safety- road safety - prize giving and celebrations- Gaeltacht trip- prizes and trips for the school’s celebration ofachievement. - school clubs:✓ Ecoschools✓ Sport and well-being✓ Library; book club and creative writing club✓ STEM; Lego✓ Music and DramaA happy start to their post-primary education provides apowerful stepping stone to success in later years. This isour aim in Year 8. We value your input.Teach Ard na bhFeá, 7 Páirc Radharc na bhFeáAn Cheathrú Ghaeltachta, Béal Feirste, BT12 7PYFón Phone: 028 9032 0707Suíomh gréasáin / Website: www.colaistefeirste.orgwww.facebook.com/colaiste.feirste@cfeirsteRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 34
3534Tús maith leath na hoibre –Ionduchtúchán Bhliain 8Tá an t-ádh orainn go mbíonn aithne againn ar na daltaís’againne de thairbhe na ndlúthchaidreamh atá againn leis nabunscoileanna agus cuidíonn sé seo go mór leis an chórasionduchtúcháin. Ba mhaith linn plean a dhéanamh le chéile,agus seo a leanas an dóigh a ndéantar sin agus na páistí arRang 7.n Blas den Choláiste um Nollaig Rang 7.n Lá Oscailte Eanáir 2024. n Lá ionduchtúcháin i Mí an Mheithimh 2024 le daltaí agustuismitheoirí chun eolas tábhachtach a sholáthar aguschun bualadh le foireann tréadchúraim Bl8.n Gaeltacht Choláiste Feirste Lúnasa 2024. Leanfaidh daltaíclár ama chúrsa samhraidh sa Ghaeltacht, ag foghlaimamhrán agus damhsaí gaelacha, ag déanamh spóirt agus agdul i dtaithí ar fhís na scoile, Is Gael Mé. n Tuairisc le linn na bliana ar dhul chun cinn an pháiste.n Cruinniú tuismitheoirí chun plé a dhéanamh ar fhoghlaimagus ar fhorbairt an dalta. n Imeachtaí le linn na bliana le daltaí a fhorbairt agus aspreagadh:A great start is half the work –Year 8 inductionFor several years we have prioritised the transition of pupilsfrom P7 to Year 8, both pastorally and in terms of learning.Our aim is to make transition as effective and asmotivating as possible, keeping both learning and thehappiness factor high. We aim to support both parents andpupils through this process. As part of the transitionprogramme, we will:n Visit our Bunscoileanna in order to meet ourtransferring pupils and the Rang a 7 teachern Provide a Taster Day in December in which pupils willexperience aspect of the school day; participate inactivities, meet the Staff, and other pupils transferringwith them n Hold an induction meeting in June in which parents andpupils can meet with the Year 8 pastoral team toreceive key information and advicen Offer the opportunity to complete a week’s course atGaeltacht Choláiste Feirste in August 2024. Whilst here,children will follow the Gaeltacht timetable, learningIrish songs, céilí dances and gaelic sports. Children willbe introduced to our school ethos, Is Gael Mé. n Offer the opportunity to attend a Transition/Reviewmorning with your son/daughter’s Form Teacher andHead of Year.- frith-thromaíocht agus sábháilteacht ar líne- sábháilteacht bóthair- bronnadh duaiseanna agus ceiliúradh - duaiseanna agus turais mar chuid de chóras moltaí anCholáiste- turas Gaeltachta - clubanna scoile:✓ Eiceascoileanna✓ Spórt agus folláineacht ✓ Leabharlann: Club Leabhair agus scríbhneoireacht chruthaitheach✓ STEM; Lego✓ Ceol agus Drámaíocht Cuireann tús sona ar an iar-bhunscolaíocht go mór le rath anpháiste sna blianta atá le teacht. Is í sin an aidhm atá againne.Is mór linn do chuid rannpháirtíochta.n Provide an annual report on your son/daughter’sprogressProvide the opportunity to attend a Parents’ Meetingon your child’s progress in every subjectn Organise events throughout the year such as:- antibullying and online safety- road safety - prize giving and celebrations- Gaeltacht trip- prizes and trips for the school’s celebration ofachievement. - school clubs:✓ Ecoschools✓ Sport and well-being✓ Library; book club and creative writing club✓ STEM; Lego✓ Music and DramaA happy start to their post-primary education provides apowerful stepping stone to success in later years. This isour aim in Year 8. We value your input.Teach Ard na bhFeá, 7 Páirc Radharc na bhFeáAn Cheathrú Ghaeltachta, Béal Feirste, BT12 7PYFón Phone: 028 9032 0707Suíomh gréasáin / Website: www.colaistefeirste.orgwww.facebook.com/colaiste.feirste@cfeirsteRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2024[v1a] Réamheolaire 2024.qxp_Layout 1 09/01/2024 12:00 Page 34