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Lismore Comp Prospectus

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LISMORE C O L L E G E Caring and Learning Together

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LISMORE COLLEGE Mission Statement Lismore is a school for all Our Catholic ethos and values are at the heart of our welcoming and happy environment Our school promotes the personal and academic development of every student whilst supporting their well being We celebrate all our students achievements and talents We encourage positive relationships that respect inclusion and diversity in our school and in the wider community Through caring and learning together we strive to ensure that our students become valuable members of the world in which we live Core Values Respect Kindness Hope Commitment Honesty Welcome to Lismore College At Lismore we pride ourselves in being an all ability co educational 11 18 school serving generations of families for over 50 years We are privileged to welcome the young people of Craigavon and the wider community to our brand new state of the art school As a Catholic school we place great emphasis on the Christian values of inclusion and mutual respect Our Catholic ethos is evident in all policy and practice and each day we live and celebrate our core values of respect kindness hope commitment and honesty We are highly recognised for our excellent pastoral care and are fully committed to the welfare of all students celebrating their successes and helping them turn their dreams into reality We have the highest expectations and aspirations for every student Our motto Caring and Learning Together is at the core of everything we do and each child s talents and skills are nurtured to ensure they achieve and succeed to the best of their ability We provide high quality teaching from our experienced teaching staff as well as outstanding support from our support staff All staff go above and beyond to ensure the very best outcomes for everyone Our wide curriculum offer is flexible and ever changing to meet the needs of all learners Many opportunities are provided outside the classroom to allow students to develop We value the student voice and our Leadership Teams have been introduced across all year groups enhancing the leadership and volunteering opportunities available within our school community We are proud to offer an extensive extra curricular programme which caters for all interest and talents We measure success in many ways in our excellent internal and external examination outcomes the number of students who continue to university or a Higher Level Apprenticeship further their studies in an occupational or vocational area or enter the world of employment Success is also measured on the development of life skills and qualities that each student acquires during their time at Lismore College which will equip them for adulthood Our school continues to grow from strength to strength which is affirmed by our year 8 enrolment figures over the past number of years We currently have the largest year 8 group in the history of the school and were over subscribed for the second year in a row This is a true affirmation of the trust placed in our school from the families within the Craigavon area and beyond I hope you enjoy reading our prospectus which will give you an insight and a flavour into life at Lismore College On behalf of our Governors Staff and Students I thank you for considering Lismore College as the school of choice for your child s post primary education Mrs Shauna Lennon Principal Lismore is a great school Everyone is so helpful and it is a really fun and safe community to be part of I met loads of new friends as soon as I arrived Jack Year 8 Lurgan Model PS Page 3

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LISMORE COLLEGE The Lismore Way embodies our core values The term way is deeply connected to the concept of a pilgrim A pilgrim is someone who embarks on a journey often with a spiritual or meaningful purpose Just as a pilgrim follows a path with dedication and purpose we follow The Lismore Way with commitment to our values striving to achieve our goals and support each other along the way This journey is not just about reaching a destination but about the experiences and growth we gain as we travel together Hope Everyday is a day to reset We have high expectations with everything we do Commitment We are on time for class We are prepared for all lessons Kindness We are kind to each other We support each other Respect We respect the ideas and views of others We behave in a positive and safe way at all times Honesty We welcome all and include everyone in our school We are the best that we can be Our School Name Lismore An Lios M r takes its name from the ancient fort which lies within the school campus Our lios m r is a landmark and a tangible link with the farmers and settlers who worked this land 1 000 years ago We trust that it will also remind our own students and staff more clearly why the school they work in is called Lismore Our School Crest Veritas Vincit is a Latin phrase which means Truth Conquers All The belt is the belt of learning It represents the learning that takes place in Lismore school The lines meeting in the centre of the crest represent communities coming together to learn in Lismore School Prayer Lord help us to be a happy and caring community in Lismore May we be kind and generous and treat everyone with respect We pray that you will bless our learning and our study May your spirit guide us as we grow together in faith and friendship Page 4 LISMORE WAY Page 5 Page 3

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LISMORE COLLEGE Words from our Head Girl Head Boy Hello I m Ellie and I am the Head Girl at Lismore College I have been a part of the Lismore Community since Year Eight I was one of only two students from my primary school to progress into Lismore Although it was very intimidating at first within a week of being in my new form class I was making friends and building treasured relationships with my teachers Currently I study Politics and Double Award Music at A Level My passion for the arts has been nurtured by my wonderful teachers who have encouraged me to pursue music performance at a higher level Over my seven years at Lismore I have been consistently supported and nurtured by the dedicated staff who have inspired me to strive for excellence My subject teachers have become mentors providing opportunities for learning and personal growth Throughout my time from first year to sixth form I have gained confidence from numerous experiences from performing in school productions where I played the lead role in Sister Act to organising events such as our Sixth Form Formal Lismore has greatly enriched my understanding of community diversity and inclusion imparting valuable life lessons that I will carry into the next chapters of my life I feel extremely fortunate to represent such a remarkable school and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone considering the next steps of their educational pathway Hello I m Adam and I am the Head Boy at Lismore College I began my journey at Lismore in September 2018 feeling apprehensive due to its size compared to my primary school However Lismore s welcoming and nurturing environment quickly alleviated my concerns Over the past seven years I have forged strong relationships with both new friends and dedicated teachers who prioritised my personal growth and academic success Lismore has afforded me invaluable opportunities that have significantly enhanced my confidence public speaking abilities and interpersonal skills particularly through events such as the spring concert our school show Sister Act and our school mass Currently I am in my final year studying A Level Engineering ICT and Music with aspirations to attend St Mary s Teacher Training College to specialise in primary teaching with music Selecting Lismore was indeed the best decision of my life and I firmly believe that you will feel the same School Day Attendance Excellent attendance in school is important to allow a young person to fulfil their potential We encourage parents and carers to establish good routines in the mornings and evenings to ensure their child is prepared for the school day ahead Our school day commences with registration at 9 05am and finishes at 3 25pm The day is made up of 10 periods which includes a morning break and a lunch break Below is a table outlining the structure of our school day Registration Period 1 Period 2 Break Period 3 Period 4 Period 5 Lunch Period 6 Lunch Period 7 Lunch Period 8 Period 9 Period 10 9 05am 9 20am 9 20am 9 55am 9 55am 10 30 am 10 30am 10 45am 10 45am 11 20am 11 20am 11 55pm 11 55pm 12 30pm 12 30pm 1 05pm 1 05pm 1 40pm 1 40pm 2 15pm 2 15pm 2 50pm 2 50pm 3 25pm Page 6 I really enjoy Lismore I started off very nervous but once I made new friends I felt a lot more comfortable My favourite subject is ICT Ethan Year 8 Tullygally PS Page 7

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LISMORE COLLEGE Curriculum Provision In Lismore College we provide a curriculum that is broad balanced and relevant giving students their full entitlement and more under the Northern Ireland Revised Curriculum offering each student the opportunity to to reach their potential The curriculum promotes the spiritual moral cultural intellectual and physical development of all our students Our aim is to encourage students to set the highest aspirations and develop as independent thinkers and learners The outcome is confident young people who experience both academic and personal success and demonstrate the attitudes values and skills for life beyond school Students have pathways through the curriculum that closely match their needs and a level of challenge ensures that students achieve the qualifications and exam results to reflect their potential Key Stage 3 Years 8 10 In addition to the formal curriculum on offer at key stage 3 our students also take part in a number of programmes aimed at developing our students on a holistic level allowing for personal growth to take place alongside academic improvement English Drama Learning for Life Work Art Religious Education Maths Physical Education Science Music History Information Technology Technology Design History Home Economics Irish Geography French Personal Development We have a focus on developing literacy and numeracy skills within our Key Stage 3 programme Key Stage 4 Years 11 and 12 The Key Stage 4 curriculum is ever evolving based on the needs and interests of our students and new subjects being offered while always ensuring a broad and balanced set of options that complies with Entitlement Framework EF requirements Transition from KS3 into KS4 is another milestone in our students education As in year 8 students take part in a structured induction programme and an information evening for students and their parents takes place early in the academic year providing the opportunity for key information to be shared At Key Stage 4 careers and personal development programmes are explored on a weekly basis with their form tutor A careers meeting is also organised with a careers adviser to give our students the best and most up to date information available English Language Mathematics Physical Education Religious Studies Art Biology Business Communication Systems Business Studies Chemistry Childcare COPE Digital Technology Drama Engineering English Literature French Further Mathematics Geography Government Politics History Home Economics ood Irish ICT Learning for Life Work Media Studies Music Occupational Studies BTEC Sport Physics Science Single Award Sicence Double Award Statistics Technology and Design The Prince s Trust XL Travel and Tourism Applied Science OCN IT Contemporary Crafts Public Servies OCN Business OCN PE OCN Science OCN Employability BTEC performing arts Dance Page 8 KEY STAGE 5 Years 13 and 14 Our KS5 students are an important part of our school community All students must study a minimum of three AS A2 subjects or the equivalent English Literature Irish History Business Studies BTEC Single award Sport Mathematics French Government Politics Single award Health Social Care BTEC Double award Sport Religious Studies Geography Travel Tourism Double award Health Social Care Moving Image Arts BTEC Applied Science BTEC Engineering Biology Chemistry Physics Cambridge Technicals Business Media Studies Digital Technology Performing Arts Cambridge Technicals ICT BTEC Single award Music BTEC Double award Music Moving Image Arts Technology and Design In addition to the formal curriculum on offer our KS5 students also follow a time tabled Careers programme ensuring that they are well prepared for future opportunities As in year 8 and year 11 students take part in a structured induction programme and an information evening for students and their parents takes place early in the academic year providing the opportunity for key information to be shared specific to their age and stage of education Key stage 5 students have access to a dedicated supervised study area with ICT facilities to allow them to effectively manage their workload Key Stage 5 students will also have access to careers meetings workshops and study skills programmes giving them the best possible opportunity to succeed and achieve their potential here in Lismore College Lismore is amazing it has so many clubs and opportunities to make new friends The teachers and students are so kind and always there if you need help or need to ask them something Eve Year 8 St Brendan s PS Page 9 Page 5

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LISMORE COLLEGE Excellence in Pastoral Care In Lismore College each student s safety and welfare is always of paramount importance We pride ourselves on the quality of our child centred pastoral care for all students by creating a caring supportive and nurturing school environment that addresses each student s well being A key priority is ensuring we foster positive relationships based on our college s core values of Respect Kindness Hope Commitment and Honesty Our excellent pastoral care team is proactive in understanding the individual needs and challenges of our students by fostering a culture of active listening and open communication which empowers our students to develop holistically Effective pastoral care underpins our school life and alongside our promoting positive behaviour policy we encourage and support each student to achieve their full potential Lismore College is an all inclusive school in which all students are valued for their unique contributions abilities and achievements We promote diversity acceptance and a sense of belonging for everyone in our College community Our Pastoral structure supports our caring child centred ethos where every member of staff has a responsibility to ensure each student feels safe and gets the maximum benefit from their time in school Each student will have a dedicated Form Teacher who will have a detailed knowledge of their individual needs aspirations interests and academic progress and will work with teachers parents carers and external organisations in supporting their learning and development The Head of Year supported by the Key Stage Leader oversees the general welfare of all students in the year group We also provide a Peer Mentoring Scheme which provides additional support for Year 8 students making the transition from primary to post primary education Lismore emphasises the importance of a strong link between home and school in order to help ensure full attendance completion of homework and revision for assessments The pastoral team encourages parents carers to communicate effectively with school to help support their child reaching their full potential Safeguarding and Child Protection Lismore College has a primary responsibility for the care welfare and safety of all in our care The aim of the safeguarding and child protection policy is to protect our students by ensuring that everyone has clear guidance on the detection and management of any situation where abuse or neglect of a child are suspected or disclosed The central principle that our staff support is that every child has the fundamental right to be safe from harm and to have proper care given to their physical emotional and spiritual well being Anti Bullying Lismore is completely opposed to bullying and will not tolerate any form of bullying behaviour It is entirely contrary to our values and ethos as a caring community and is unequivocally rejected by all members of our staff Our Anti Bullying policy is integral to our policy of Pastoral Care and it is firmly embedded in our School Mission Statement and School Aims and Objectives We fully support the Addressing Bullying in Schools Act NI 2016 School Counselling All students in Lismore College have access to a school counsellor who can support them with any difficult or challenging situation they may face Students may access a counsellor through drop in sessions self referral or speaking to a member of the pastoral team Page 10 VICEEXTPERRINANLCAIPA R INATOR Y STPAARGTEMELNETADERS LEA SENI Circles of Support L PRINCIPAL GENCIEFSORM HEAD TUTOR OF KE DE HOME STUDENT OR RNING SUPPORT CO ORD TEACHER HEAD OF YEA In Lismore our Circles of Support provide wrap around pastoral care for every student The diagram above details the network of support with the student at the centre Caring and Learning Together I love Lismore because everyone is so friendly and kind to me My favourite subjects are PE and Drama because I think the teachers are great Tadas Year 8 Drumgor PS Page 11 Page 7

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LISMORE COLLEGE Extra Curricular Activities We are dedicated to providing an extensive curriculum outside of the classroom This is in the form of school trips abroad trips to the theatre field work and many workshops We welcome guest speakers throughout the year to enrich the learning experience for all students We have a weekly after schools programme which caters for many interests and talents There are scheduled sporting training sessions as well as clubs in Music Art Science Home Economics ICT and many other areas of school life We encourage our students to try all clubs as they are a great way of learning something new and making new friends Sporting activities include Gaelic football Soccer Netball Basketball Volleyball Handball Gymnastics Rugby Boxercise Badminton Dance Table tennis Cross country our new sporting facilities Fitness suite 3G Soccer pitch Full size GAA grass pitch Full size Soccer pitch Tennis courts Netball courts Full size basketball court Handball walls Page 12 Lismore is so good I thought I would get lost and be late for all my classes but I wasn t and now I know where all my classes are The after school homework club is great as I can do all my work on the computer Ryan Year 8 St Francis PS Page 13 Page 9

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LISMORE COLLEGE Learning Support Centre The Learning Support Centre is at the heart of our new school and encapsulates the school ethos of Lismore College Lismore is a school for all We are very proud that Lismore College is representative of the entire community We warmly welcome students with a wide range of physical learning and health and wellbeing needs from feeder schools and schools from the wider community Every student is an individual and we strive to meet their individual needs with a tailored transition plan that allows each child to settle in at their own pace with the support of staff and parents Preparation is key to a smooth transition for our new students LSC staff collaborate with primary school teachers and SENCO s support agencies and health and social care staff to make sure we create the best environment for our students The students in the Learning Support Centre benefit from the excellent facilities of our new college in mainstream and within the centre In the centre our spacious classrooms have access to a support room with ICT facilities a quiet room and outside space In addition the learning support centre has a kitchen area and utility area to allow students to develop their life skills A hygiene room with hoist and shower facilities individual toilets and cloakrooms and a medical room are also provided for our students The curriculum is balanced to provide a range of learning experiences that includes social skills life skills and health and wellbeing Exercise and movement is part of our daily routine All students in Key Stage 3 have access to weekly swimming lessons in South Lake Leisure Centre in addition to PE lessons in school We use structured spelling and reading programmes as well as developing numeracy skills through interactive lessons and online Maths games Trips and days outs are organised throughout the year to celebrate the success of our students for example this year we are visiting the W5 Halloween Workshops the Christmas Pantomime in the Grand Opera House in Belfast and Emerald Park for the end of year trip Our Key Stage 3 students will progress to Key Stage 4 and will have access to a range of qualifications from entry level OCN level and GCSE depending on their interests and abilities This year we also have a group of students who have progressed to Post 16 and who are taught both within the centre and mainstream They have the consistency of the supportive environment trained staff and access to the broad and balanced curriculum available within mainstream subjects Year 8 student places in the Key Stage 3 Learning Support Class and the Key Stage 3 Autism Specific Class are identified by the Education Authority and parents are informed of places by the EA at the same time as mainstream students and families Individual appointments can be made through the school office to visit the LSC A School that supports learning In Lismore College we are committed to meeting the individual learning needs of all students and aim to create an environment where every student can succeed academically We recognise the important relationship between high quality pastoral support and academic achievement Our Learning Support Department comprising of the Learning Support Coordinator Specialist Teacher for assessment of access arrangements and a team of highly committed classroom assistant staff work in collaboration with our supportive parents carers and the expert services provided by a variety of external agency staff such as Autism Advisory Intervention Services Vision Sensory Support Education Psychology Behaviour Support Team EA Transition Officer and EA Careers Service All students on the additional needs register have an Individual Education Plan put in place with reasonable adjustments made as appropriate to ensure that our students can overcome their barriers to learning Our students can also receive additional support from our Learning Mentor who provides emotional and academic support as appropriate Page 14 My form teacher is so helpful and is always there to help me out I thought it would be so hard to move from primary school to secondary school but it wasn t Everyone is so helpful Milaj Year 8 Drumgor PS Page 15 Page 7

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LISMORE COLLEGE New Facilities Following the opening of our new school we are delighted to offer state of the art facilities in a modern building These include A large sports hall with handball walls A state of the art fitness suite A 3G soccer pitch Full size Gaelic pitch Full size Soccer pitch Excellent Music facilities including many practice rooms High level Drama facilities Modern ICT suites Learning Support Centre Library 6th form study 6th form common room with private kitchen A range of outdoor spaces Greenhouse Page 16 Lismore is amazing because I have made so many new friends by going to the after school clubs You will know your way around the school so quickly and if you get lost you can just ask for help Eva Year 8 St Francis PS Page 17 Page 7

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LISMORE COLLEGE Careers Education Information Advice and Guidance CEIAG CEIAG provides exposure to ideas that students may not get elsewhere Supports students to understand how the skills and knowledge they gain in school will be relevant throughout their life Addresses different sectors and skills to help you to broaden students horizons Careers education is embedded from Year 8 to allow students time to think about and explore a number of potential career pathways Our dedicated Careers Team led by our Vice Principal will ensure all students understand how the skills and knowledge they gain in school will be relevant throughout their life Our trained staff as well as our local Careers Advisory service will continue to address different sectors and skills to help students broaden their horizons We were delighted to be awarded The Quality in Careers Standard which is the national quality award for careers education information and advice and guidance in schools colleges and work based learning It is fully aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks and fully complies with the Department for Education s Statutory Guidance We have strong links with local businesses and services to afford our students the opportunity to experience the world of work through a work experience placement These placements are invaluable for students particularly in developing their interpersonal skills School Uniform School Uniform Boys Uniform Navy Trouser Navy Fine Knit V Neck Jumper with Green trim Plain White Shirt Green Blazer with Navy Braid Girls Uniform Navy Box Pleat Skirt with Green Navy Tartan insert Navy Fine Knit V Neck Jumper with Green trim Plain White Shirt Green Blazer with Navy Braid Navy Tights School Scarf optional Acceptable Footwear Boys Girls Plain Black Leather shoes PE KIT Boys Girls Lismore Jersey Lismore Plain Navy Shorts Lismore Navy Socks This kit is available to purchase from the O Neills store in Craigavon Other optional Lismore items are also available in the O Neills store Page 18 I love Lismore because it is a huge step up from primary school I have met loads of new friends and now do very cool subjects like Technology and Design and Home Economics Lismore is a massive school but I feel at home in it Darragh Year 8 St Anthony s PS Page 19 Page 7

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LISMORE COLLEGE Peer Mentoring Each Year 8 form class will also be assigned two Post 16 peer mentors who will meet with the students every morning during registration Our excellent student peer mentors demonstrate empathy and actively listen to our new year 8 students to ensure a smooth transition from primary to secondary school Their aims are Be role models for our younger students Help them to make happy and caring relationships Assist them on finding their way around the school Build their confidence and self esteem Be an active listener about any concerns they may have Encourage them to take part in extracurricular activities Help with the organisation of their books and equipment Transition Lismore recognises that the transition from primary school to secondary school is a significant stage in the social emotional and educational life of each of our students and their families To ensure a smooth transition we have forged excellent relationships with the local feeder primary schools We understand the importance of managing this transition effectively so that the students can enjoy and make amazing memories during their time in school We place great importance on supporting every Year 8 student as they settle into life at Lismore College Key Stages in our Transition Programme December P7 Taster days which give students the opportunity to visit our school participate in a range of practical activities in different subject areas and also get to meet some of our students and staff In January of P7 our senior staff will visit partner primary schools with past students to answer any questions the P7 students might have In June of the P7 year members of the Year 8 pastoral team will visit our partner primary schools to meet with the teachers of the students transferring to Lismore We are provided with comprehensive information about each student s academic progress and any pastoral concerns In June of the P7 year we also invite Year 8 students who have gained a place in Lismore College and their parents into school for an induction evening Parents carers and students will receive key information and have the opportunity to meet with the Year 8 pastoral team and senior staff This is also an opportunity to meet other students who will be starting their Lismore journey In August of Year 8 students enjoy a phased entry into school without large numbers of students in other year groups During this time in August they will complete a fun induction programme where the focus is on building positive relationships and getting to know their classmates There will also be a face to face parent tutor meeting for parents to inform the college about anything that can help make the transition smoother Mr Gary Brennan Key Stage 3 Vice Principal who oversees transition Page 20 My form teacher is always there for me and my class when we need her She helped us all settle in so quickly Lismore looks really big from the outside but it isn t that big when you are inside I love the football and Gaelic teams and they have helped me make a lot of new friends Moving from primary school was not bad at all Diarmuid Year 8 St Patrick s PS Aghacommon Page 21 Page 11

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LISMORE COLLEGE Page 22 Partnerships We work in partnership with parents and are committed to meaningful parental involvement in school life Together we ensure that we give all young people the support and guidance necessary to make the most of the excellent opportunities which Lismore offers We recognise the importance of maintaining good communication links with parents and achieve this through Well established Parents Forum Annual Parent Teacher meetings Our School Website School Events Messages through our app Tracking reports distributed regularly Extensive primary school liaison programme Copies of all our policies made available to parents Primary School Partners Lismore has developed excellent links with local primary schools to ensure students enjoy a smooth transition to post primary education Your son daughter may already have attended and enjoyed our P6 Activity Days our School Show or some of the Extended School activities on offer for Primary 7 children This will ensure he she is comfortable and familiar with the school staff and older students Post Primary School Partners We are active members of the Craigavon Area Learning Community and work closely in collaboration with other member schools Parish Partners Lismore is situated in the Parish of Moyraverty and has strong links with St Anthony s Church particularly through the Pope John Paul 11 Award Programme Our school chaplain who frequently visits the school supports us in the faith development of our students Parish links extend to the neighbouring parishes Parents Forum We work in partnership with parents and are committed to meaningful parental involvement in school life Together we ensure that we give all young people the support and guidance necessary to make the most of the excellent opportunities which Lismore offers I love Lismore as all the teachers and staff are so nice I have made so many new friends and my form teacher is super helpful Eoin Year 8 St Anthony s Page 23 Page 13

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LISMORE COLLEGE Awards We are very proud and privileged to have been awarded a number of awards during the past 2 years which affirms the excellent day to day practice within our school IQM National Inclusion Champion This award was for our inclusive practice This award was received by 8 schools across the UK and we were the only school in NI to be awarded Derrytrasna Commendation Award for Outstanding Pastoral Care This award is based on submissions from parents and carers and we were the only school out of over 200 to receive this commendation Middletown Centre for Autism Accredited Award We have been a leading school with the new accredited autism award through Middletown Centre for Autism and are currently involved in setting the standards of attainment for future applicants across Northern Ireland The Quality in Careers Standard through Investor in Careers This is the national quality award for careers education information and advice and guidance in schools colleges and work based learning It is fully aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks and fully complies with the Department for Education s Statutory Guidance The Investors in Mental Health Award We were awarded this award due to our commitment to providing positive mental health within school Investors in Mental Health is an initiative from AWARE the Depression Charity for Northern Ireland that recognises and celebrates individuals schools and organisations making significant contributions to improving mental health within their field Student Leadership The Students Council enables the opinion and views of all our students to be heard and valued across a range of areas of school life including extra curricular learning and teaching and student well being The student council consists of elected representatives from Years 8 14 and provides a voice that can actively influence decision making within Lismore through meetings with our senior leadership team and governors The aims of the student council are To represent the student body Promote leadership skills Engage in the decision making of school life Actively listen to student concerns Help organise events that enhance the school community Help create a positive and inclusive school environment Page 24 I was so shy when I joined Lismore and I didn t know anyone in my class Everyone was so kind and my form teacher helped me to get to know all the students in my class I made new friends in my class and really enjoy school Jake Year 8 Carrick PS Page 25 Page 15

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LISMORE COLLEGE Admissions Criteria In the case of pupils who have special circumstances the Board of Governors will determine the merits of individual cases and may offer a place without regard to the Admissions Criteria Written evidence will be required to support any such request and must be given on or attached to the Transfer Form In the event of the number of pupils applying for places in Year 8 in September being greater than the Admissions number the Board of Governors will apply the following criteria in the order set down below 1 Pupils whose Transfer Application expresses Lismore as a first preference and whose normal place of residence is within the Parish of Moyraverty or Seagoe or the traditional catchment postcode of BT65 2 Pupils whose Transfer Application expresses Lismore as a first preference and who are the oldest child or currently have older siblings in attendance at Lismore College 3 Pupils whose Transfer Application expresses Lismore as a first preference and attended one the traditional primary schools below St Anthony s PS St Francis PS Lurgan St John the Baptist PS Portadown Presentation PS Portadown St Patrick s PS Aghacommon St Colman s PS Laurencetown St Brendan s PS St Teresa s PS Lurgan St Patrick s PS Magheralin Ballyoran PS Portadown Tannaghmore PS Lurgan Tullygally PS Portadown Integrated PS St Mary s PS Derrytrasna Carrick PS Drumgor PS St Mary s PS Derrymore Bleary PS Lurgan Model PS St John s PS Gilford St Patrick s PS Derrynaseer 4 Pupils whose Transfer Application expresses Lismore as a first preference and whose parent guardian is an employee of the school or who has been appointed to take up a post in the school 5 All other applicants In the event of oversubscription within any of the above categories the following sub criteria will be applied 1 Pupils whose Transfer Application expresses Lismore as a first preference and who are the oldest child or currently have older siblings in attendance at Lismore College 2 Pupils whose Transfer Application expresses Lismore as a first preference and who are the oldest child or have had siblings previously in attendance at Lismore College 3 Pupils whose Transfer Application expresses Lismore as a first preference and do not qualify in 1 or 2 above 4 Pupils whose Transfer application expresses a second preference for Lismore College 5 Pupils whose Transfer application expresses a third preference for Lismore College 6 Pupils whose Transfer application expresses a fourth preference for Lismore College 7 Pupils whose Transfer application expresses a fifth preference for Lismore College In the event that at any stage of the above sub criteria being applied there is more than one applicant for the final place priority will be determined according to application of a randomised computer selection of letters The use of the word sibling is defined as children who at the date of their application have a child of the family currently enrolled at the school The phrase child of the family covers children fostered adopted etc and avoids having to define all the various permutations of sibling Page 26 Photography Design by www coolforschoolcreative com I was the only one from my class to come to Lismore and didn t know anyone else I thought it was going to be hard to make new friends but it wasn t at all I have made lots of new friends I also thought I would get lost a lot but there are so many people to help you find your classes Jack Year 8 St Patrick s PS Magheralin

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LISMORE COLLEGE Monbrief East Road Craigavon BT65 5EF Tel 028 3831 4950 email info lismorecollege craigavon ni sch uk www lismorecollege com LISMORE C O L L E G E Caring and Learning Together

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