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3A Message from the Principal“Spirituality and Excellence”“Spirituality and Excellence”Contents PageA Message from the Principal ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 3Board of Governors ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 4A Message from our Head Girl and Head Boy ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 5History of the College ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 6Loreto Philosophy of Education ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 6Mission Statement ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 7Aims of the College ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... . 8Spirituality Dimension ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 9The Loreto Prayer ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. 10School Uniform ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 11Pastoral Care ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 12Extra-Curricular Activities ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 14Educational Visits ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 19Homework ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 20Summary of Academic Achievements... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 21Exam Statistics ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 21Curriculum ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 22Post-16 Studies ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 24Careers ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 26Charges & Fees ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 27Café Loreto... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 29Transport ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 29Bus Timetable ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 30What Our Parents Say ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 31What Our Pupils Say . ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 312“Spirituality and Excellence”Dear Parent/Guardian and Prospective Pupil,It gives me great pleasure to introduce you to our school prospectus, which I hope will give you a glimpse into the life of our school. As one of the leading schools in Northern Ireland, Loreto College continues to go from strength to strength. In 2018, the Department of Education increased the school’s admission number from 120 to 160. This allows more young people to avail of our outstanding educational provision of academic excellence, coupled with our warm Loreto ethos. Although we no longer select students based on academic criteria, the school remains a Grammar School and continues to build on its established tradition of academic excellence. Our GCSE and A level students have recently produced the best set of results the school has seen in years. In a typical year, we have ﬁve traditional Grammar classes with two smaller classes offering a more vocational pathway. Our pupil-centred approach to the curriculum is designed to meet the needs and aspirations of all pupils, promoting excellence in all areas of school life and maintaining high expectations and standards with regards to uniform, behaviour, respect and manners. Loreto College is a Catholic Grammar School.“Spirituality and Excellence underpin everything we do.”At Loreto, our pupils are challenged and supported to help them achieve. Every pupil is encouraged to strive for excellence in all that they do. Through stimulating and challenging lessons, we aim to create a place of intellectual exploration and achievement; one that will motivate our students, instil high aspirations and help them develop the skills necessary for their future. The most recent inspection report commends our commitment to excellence and high achievement across all areas of the curriculum, and described the leadership and management as outstanding.As a Specialist Science school, our students regularly enjoy success at both the BT Young Scientist and the Big Bang competitions. In May 2022, the Department of Education announced that Loreto College was to receive funding for a major Capital Build which will likely result in a brand-new state-of-the-art school being developed on our Castlerock Road site. This announcement means that Loreto pupils in the future will enjoy the very best of facilities and resources both inside and outside the classroom.One of our greatest assets in the school is our staff. Our teachers are highly qualiﬁed subject specialists who work alongside our pupils, encouraging and enthusing them in their subject areas. All staff are committed to promoting excellence in all aspects of school life, and our teaching staff have a proven track record of examination success.As a Catholic school in the Loreto tradition, Gospel values permeate the entire school experience, and this links in closely with our approach to Pastoral Care. We are proud of our distinctive Loreto ethos, and the sense of community and common purpose that exists within the school. We are aware that children learn best when they feel happy and secure. Our pastoral system and positive behaviour programme ensure that each person feels valued and respected in a supportive and caring atmosphere. The inspectorate found that our ‘outstanding pastoral provision is rooted ﬁrmly in the Loreto ethos and philosophy, with a commitment to developing pupils who are willing and able to play their part in the betterment of society. Working relationships are excellent at all levels and the staff are highly committed to the care and well-being of the pupils within an inclusive, safe and supportive school community.’Our school ethos reﬂects a genuine concern for the well-being of our pupils, and we strive to help each individual to develop personally, socially and academically. We believe that mutual respect and the promotion of self-esteem are central to the learning process and, in developing these, we seek the closest cooperation with parents and guardians. The result is a friendly, yet disciplined, learning environment. Above all, the most important thing is that your child is happy and content in his or her new school. Working in partnership with you, the parents and guardians, we encourage each pupil to be the best that they can be, to set goals, to aim high and to go all out to make those goals and dreams a reality. Yours sincerely Mr Stephen Gallagher PrincipalStephen Gallagher

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Being elected as Head Girl of Loreto College has been a real honour and one which I will always treasure. I came from a small primary school. At ﬁrst, I felt daunted by the size of Loreto and all my new subjects. However, I was soon welcomed into the Loreto community which provided such wonderful support and guidance to enable me to grow and develop into the person I am today. At Loreto, I can truly say that I have ﬂourished as a person. The school has instilled in me core values as well as the knowledge and skills required for University and for my adult life. I will always be so grateful for being a part of the Loreto community.As a new pupil, early worries or concerns quickly disappear thanks to our incredible pastoral care system. Our teachers are not only knowledgeable, but help you achieve academic success and be happy in school. Your Form Teacher and Head of year will always to be there for you and we have the ‘Loreto Guardian Angel’ programme, Senior Prefects and our Student Leadership team, committed to helping with whatever challenges you may face. I am currently studying Biology, Chemistry and Geography at A level with the aim of pursuing a career in Medicine. The school has provided me with a high level of academic support and my teachers have encouraged me to do my best and achieve all my goals.I have also really enjoyed and beneﬁtted from the school’s extra-curricular activities. Since my ﬁrst year, I have represented the school in netball, Gaelic football and debating. Last year, I was selected to take part in the Rotary Youth Leadership Development contest, winning a place on the trip of a lifetime to Belfast, Dublin and Strasbourg where I delivered a speech on Climate Change. I also took part in the school choir and school musicals such as ‘Oklahoma!’ There are great opportunities to take part in ﬁeld trips in Geography and Biology or travel further aﬁeld to Rome, Iceland, Paris or America.The Loreto community is very special, the school looks after you and makes you feel safe and supports you to achieve success in whatever you choose to do. I will always feel grateful for my happy years at Loreto and will look back with an incredible fondness of my time here.A Message from ourHead GirlA Message from ourHead Boy“Spirituality and Excellence”Caitlyn BullockSeven years ago, I too was a prospective year 8 pupil. Coming from a small primary school, the jump into secondary school seemed daunting. My ﬁrst day at Loreto came with a range of emotions. However, my nerves were soon to ease as I quickly settled into Loreto and made many new friends and met all the friendly staff. Throughout my time at Loreto, I have had the opportunity to participate in many fun and engaging activities, both inside and outside the classroom. The college has a wide range of extra curriculars for students to avail of including sports such as GAA, basketball, and athletics and a range of other non-sporting activities such as various music and drama groups. These clubs are a fantastic way to make new friends and to improve and develop your skills. I would really encourage new pupils to give some of these activities a try. There are also a wide range of school trips for students to avail of such as skiing, the Gaeltacht, History, Geography or Language trips. There will always be something for you at Loreto!On the academic front, Loreto has a strong tradition of success. The teachers are very experienced and highly qualiﬁed and are so caring and supportive to the students; they know how to bring out the best in each of us. The pastoral support in Loreto is nothing short of excellent. Our Form Teachers know us well and there is a dedicated Pastoral Centre and unique ‘quiet area’ for children who may prefer this. There is also a range of peer mentoring initiatives run by Senior Prefects to help students who might struggle in a particular subject. Loreto has helped me to achieve my goals of studying Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology at A-Level and I have applied to study Medicine at university next year. Whatever your plans for the future are, Loreto will help you get there.Finally, I want to mention the people at Loreto. If you come here, you will often hear them described as the Loreto family because that is what they are like. Everyone at Loreto looks out for and supports each other. It has been an honour and a privilege to be Head Boy of such an amazing school; the past seven years have ﬂown in, and I will be very sad to walk out of the gates for the ﬁnal time in June.Sean FaulknerMembers of the Board of Governors Trustee Representatives Term expires Mrs Suzanne Breslin December 2025 Mrs Susan Kelly December 2025 Mrs Deirdre McBride December 2025 Mr Finbar O’Harte December 2025 DENI Representatives Mr Harry McDaid (Chairperson) December 2025 Mr Donal Sayers December 2025 Mr Joe Diamond December 2025 Teacher Representative TBC Parent Representative Mr Dan Henry December 2025 Secretary: / Correspondent Mr Stephen Gallagher Loreto College Coleraine is owned by the Loreto Trustees and managed by a Board of Governors. The Board of Governors has responsibility for the overall management of the School in keeping with the Loreto Educational philosophy and the requirements of the Department of Education. This includes oversight of the curriculum, discipline policy and admissions, appointment of staff, the management of school funds and the provision and maintenance of buildings.Copies of the information required to be published by the EA will be given to each Year 7 pupil in the Primary School within the Board Area.The school prospectus can be found on our website: www.loreotcollege.org.uk . Copies are available on request from the school.Copies of the school policy statements are available for inspection at the school ofﬁce.4“Spirituality and Excellence”5

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The College is committed to reﬂecting the values, attitudes and moral perspective which are consistent with a Christian conscience and with the teachings of the Catholic Church. We seek to know and respect each pupil as an individual person within a caring school community.The College acknowledges that parents are the ﬁrst and foremost educators of their children. The close partnership between school and home is recognised as an essential element of both pupil welfare and the success of the College.We encourage pupils to strive for the highest standards in all aspects of their school life. To facilitate this, the College promotes a disciplined atmosphere in which mutual respect is fostered, and within which effective teaching and learning can take place. Although high academic standards are pursued, they are not regarded as an end in themselves. Pupils are guided towards an understanding that, if knowledge is to become wisdom, it must be combined with moral values and humility.MissionStatement“Fill your mind with everything that is true, everything that is noble”(Phil 4 : 8-9)The College actively encourages initiative and positive leadership. These qualities lead pupils to grow in freedom, and to an awareness that they are personally responsible for the choices they make. At the same time, the College cultivates a sensitivity towards the needs of society and an awareness of the inequality of opportunity within the human family as a whole.Loreto College strives to develop sincere, free and caring citizens who are sensitive to the needs of others. We encourage our pupils to approach life in a thoughtful, reﬂective and discerning manner and to be both willing and able to play their part in the betterment of society.7“Spirituality and Excellence”The Loreto Philosophy of EducationThe Loreto Philosophy of Education embraces the following ﬁve core values and strives to make Loreto educational communities centres where these values are lived out each day: Freedom Refer all things in your life to God. You will ﬁnd inner peace and the freedom to respond creatively to the needs of others. Justice Be in right relationships with all created things. You will live in integrity and wholeness. Sincerity Be such as you appear and appear such as you are. Truth Seek for truth, reﬂect critically and seek answers to crucial questions. Joy Have an attitude of mind and disposition of heart that opens you to life. Be optimistic, hopeful, courageous, open, welcoming, good humoured and self-accepting. The College welcomes pupils and parents from other faith backgrounds. Their participation and commitment to the life of the College bring enrichment, tolerance and respect.Spirituality and Excellence6History of the CollegeLoreto College Coleraine is a Catholic Co-educational Voluntary Grammar School.It is owned and maintained by the Loreto Trustees and its affairs are managed by a Board of Governors.The ﬁrst school on the site was opened by a French order of nuns called the Ursulines and catered for both boys and girls at preparatory level and for girls only at secondary level.In 1930 the Ursulines were succeeded by the Loreto Sisters. Their foundress was Mary Ward (1585-1645) from York, England. She was a visionary, devoting her life to Catholic Education, establishing schools in England and Europe.The ﬁrst branch in Ireland was established by Frances Ball at Rathfarnham in Dublin - it was called Loreto.Today there are Loreto schools all over the world. Not only do they share a common origin but the Loreto crest and motto “Maria Regina Angelorum Cruci dum spiro ﬁdo” are shared by Loreto students everywhere.The Loreto Sisters have developed the College and its grounds into the excellent campus that it is today. In 1977 it became co-educational. The College continues to evolve, develop and adapt to change whilst preserving its core values of spirituality and excellence.From September 2013 the school no longer admits pupils using Academic Selection, but has retained its status as a Voluntary Grammar School.In September 2017 Loreto College began a phased expansion and now has over 1000 pupils.

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“Spirituality and Excellence”What the College strives to achieve stems directly from the Loreto Educational Philosophy. The aim of the College is to create a caring and community environment in which students can grow and mature spiritually, intellectually, socially, emotionally and physically.To facilitate this growth the College aims to provide a balanced and broadly based curriculum accessible to all students, both in the classroom and in the many extra-curricular activities which the College promotes.More speciﬁcally the College aims to:• provide the environment in which students may experience and develop the Catholic faith• promote understanding of and respect for the faiths, traditions and cultures of others• provide opportunities to pursue excellence in all areas of school life• provide students with opportunities to develop initiative, independence and critical thinkingAims of the College• provide opportunities for students to experience enjoyment and a sense of achievement• foster a sense of self-esteem• prepare students for the world of work and leisure, and guide them in the making of lifestyle decisions within a Christian value framework• foster in students a willingness to help others and a desire for a just society• educate students as citizens of the world who will aesthetically appreciate and actively protect their environment• encourage students to play a full part in the life of their parish and local community• encourage the development of physical and manipulative skills in both vocational and leisure contexts• create a caring and disciplined environment which provides for the pastoral care of all students in an atmosphere of mutual respect• encourage parents to be supportive of the College in the education of their children.8In the midst of the hustle and bustle of school life, we provide opportunities for our pupils to reﬂect on their lives individually or as a member of a class or group. This reﬂection includes cherishing the Catholic Ethos and tradition of the College and promoting the spiritual dimension of the students’ lives. Spirituality is seen as an integral part of school life and takes the form of formal Religious Studies classes and examinations as well as a range of other spiritual elements of College life.These spiritual elements include:• Morning assemblies organised and presented by the pupils.• Celebration of Mass for pupils throughout the year.• Prayer services in accordance with the Liturgical calendar.Spirituality Dimension9• Class and group retreats.• St Vincent de Paul.• Justice League.• The Pope John Paul Award.We are fortunate in Loreto College to have a wonderful Chapel at the heart of the school which is a place where students can quietly reﬂect on their lives away from the frenetic pace of school life. Mass is celebrated during Advent and Lent and students often drop in for some moments of prayer and peace.Our hope is that the pupils will make their own, the faith that you, the parents, have handed on to them which has been an integral part of the history and tradition of the College over the last 85 years and which our students will cherish with love and charity.“Spirituality and Excellence”

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“Spirituality and Excellence”Lord Jesus, we are young, and the world is opening up before us.There are many paths that we could take, help each of us choose the one that is right.Stay with us, be our companion on the road.We ask for, your blessing on our families and friends, healing for those who are sick or troubled, guidance for the decision-makers of the world and a change of heart for those who hurt others and cause destruction.For ourselves - let us know clearly the work which you are calling us to do in life.This day is full of promise and opportunity, help us to use it well.Keep us from any word that would hurt or belittle anyone.May we be courteous and helpful to others andMay our thoughts and prayers be pleasing to you.AmenOur Loreto PrayerOur students say this prayer in school every day at registration or assembly.10 11“Spirituality and Excellence”School UniformSchool UniformLoreto College prides itself on the high standards of uniform and presentation of all pupils.Girls’ Uniform• School Blazer• Uniform Skirt to be worn at knee length• Blue Blouse• V-neck pullover• Tie• Magicﬁt socks (knee-length – Silver Grey) or black tights• Black ﬂat heeled shoes (Only formal black shoes allowed; no trainer style shoes)• School Coat (new in 2022)• Uniform Scarf (optional)• (Sixth form tie for year 13/14 students only)Girls’ PE Uniform• PE Uniform:• Girls• Jersey top• Shorts• Trainers• Loreto Short Socks• Swimsuit (year 8)Boys’ Uniform• School Blazer• Black trousers• Blue Shirt• V-neck pullover• Tie• Dark grey or black socks• Black shoes (Only formal black shoes allowed; notrainer style shoes)• School Coat (new in 2022)• Uniform Scarf (optional)• (Sixth form tie for year 13/14 students only)Boys’ PE Uniform• Jersey Top• Shorts• Trainers• Loreto Short Socks• Swimming Trunks (year 8) Also Available:Loreto Skinny bottoms (boys or girls); Loreto leggings (girls)Loreto half-zip / Loreto Sweatshirt

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“Spirituality and Excellence”1312Pastoral CareLiaison with parents plays a vital role in the school’s Pastoral Care Policy. This takes the form of an Open Night for the Parents of ﬁrst years, regular Parent Teacher Meetings and communication between staff and parents about the progress and development of individual pupils as required.Staff Development in Pastoral Care is fundamental to the success of the school’s policy. In service days are regularly devoted to the acquisition of skills in Pastoral Care and teachers attend relevant courses on many aspects of the subject.Citizenship and Relationship and Sexuality Education form important aspects of the Pastoral programme. It is the school’s policy that Pastoral Care should be monitored and evaluated. Dealing with Bullying The College will do everything possible to protect pupils from becoming either perpetrators or victims of bullying as outlined in the Anti-Bullying Policy. In the Pastoral Care Programme pupils are made aware of the various forms which bullying may take and the circumstances in which it tends to occur. The Discipline Policy outlines the behaviour which is expected and all students, staff and parents are encouraged to be vigilant in the recognition and reporting of bullying incidents. Sanctions are administered in accordance with the Discipline Policy of the College. Child Protection PolicyThe College will do everything possible to protect pupils from abuse or risk of abuse. Because they are in regular and frequent contact with children, members of school staff are particularly well placed to observe outward signs of abuse or to be aware of unexplained changes in behaviour or performance which may indicate abuse. All members of staff are asked to exercise vigilance in their observations of pupils so that important signs are not overlooked.The designated and deputy designated teachers for child protection are Mrs O. McEwan, Mrs S. McCarry and Mrs F. Pepin respectively. A full copy of our policy on Child Protection is available from the school ofﬁce.Pastoral Care in the College is an expression of the philosophy and vision of the school - to educate for wholeness and dignity. In practical terms this means• respect for the dignity of each person in the school;• commitment to the fullest development of the unique gifts and qualities of all students;• provision of an environment in which students may experience and develop their Catholic faith;• awareness of the home and local environment in which the students’ broader education takes place;• identiﬁcation of the school support systems needed for the development of students in terms of wholeness and dignity and to deal with problems and difﬁculties;• effective liaison with external agencies in order to support students in any needful situation;• communication, participation and collaboration between home and school;• policies and practices which promote wholeness, dignity and growth.All members of staff, teaching and non-teaching, are involved in pastoral care through all their contacts with students. The school itself is a pastoral institution.Form Teachers have a special responsibility to know the members of their form classes as individuals. Likewise, Heads of Year seek to know each member of their year group and to monitor and encourage their development as they progress from Y8 to Y12. The Head of Year works closely with Form Teachers, Senior Staff and parents to provide for the pastoral welfare of all students in his or her care.Pastoral Care is implicit and explicit in its expression. It is an integral part of the school’s ethos and curriculum. Formal teaching of Personal and Social Education occurs in three weekly Form Periods in Key Stage 3 including Learning for Life and Work (LLW) and two weekly Form Periods in Key Stage 4 including LLW. Classes follow a programme of Personal Development and Life Skills.Each student is interviewed once a term by his or her Form Teacher.“Spirituality and Excellence”

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New GAA Games Promotions Ofﬁcer for LoretoIn September 2023, Derry GAA selected Loreto College as its new centre of excellence for the North Derry area, and appointed Gavin McGeehan, from Ballinderry as our new GAA Games Promotion Ofﬁcer. This appointment will bring a tremendous boost to the development of all Gaelic Games in the college and to the North Derry area. We welcome the support of the local GAA clubs in helping us make this appointment possible.Coming with tremendous experience, Gavin has dedicated his career to nurturing young talent and has achieved remarkable success in coaching.He has been an integral part of Derry’s sporting landscape since 2014, serving as a Games Promotion Ofﬁcer. In this role, he has tirelessly worked with both Primary and Secondary schools throughout the county, imparting his knowledge and enthusiasm for sports.He boasts a decade of experience within Derry GAA teams, including Development Squads, Minors, U-20s, and Seniors, which underscores his profound understanding of the sport. Gavin is the coach of the Derry Minor Team who are the current All-Ireland Champions and has coached teams to Ulster titles in 2015 and 2017.L-R: Aine McAlister, Year 13 Ballerin; Orla Munroe year 14 Kilrea; Oisin Bradley Year 14 Glenullin; Gavin McGeehan (GPO); Mr Gallagher (Principal); Ryan McCloskey (Year 14 Kevin Lynch’s); Niall McLaughlin (Year 13 Eoghan Rua)Extra-Curricular ActivitiesThe College encourages all of our students to participate fully in all aspects of school life, to develop their special talents and to contribute positively to the outside community.We offer a wide range of extra-curricular activities, with many clubs or activities taking place after school every day. Activities range from Sports, Games, Drama, Music, Public Speaking, Environmental and Social Justice Groups.MONDAYYr8-10 Basketball Yr8-10 Environmental GroupYr10 Soccer DebatingYr10 Gaelic Football (including some Yr8s/9s) Homework ClubYr12-13 Rock Band Traditional Group Intermediate Level TUESDAYDrama Club Yr8 & 9 Yr10 NetballHomework Club Maths Support Club (Library)Senior Gaelic Football Yr11 & 12 CamogieSchool Orchestra Yr10 DofE/Presidents AwardYr8-10 Art ClubWEDNESDAYYr11 & 12 Netball Yr8 SoccerHomework Club Junior ChoirJunior Chess Club Pastoral Care Centre Senior CamogieSenior Hurling Senior Justice LeagueGCSE Art Boosters Yr8-14 Cross CountryTHURSDAYLadies Gaelic Football Dance Club Yr8-14Yr9 Netball Senior Gaelic FootballHarp Orchestra Music Room Senior ChoirYr8-14 Fitness Club Yr11-14 Ladies GaelicFRIDAYYr8-10 Camogie Yr11-14 BasketballYr10 Gaelic Football (including some Yr8s/9s) “Spirituality and Excellence”1514

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Academic Excellence Top Academic Award Winners at GCSE 2023“Spirituality and Excellence”HomeworkHomework is an extension of school work which is completed after school hours. It has several educational purposesIt reinforces work done in class.It allows pupils to test their powers of recall and learning.It prepares pupils for work to be done in the future.It develops a habit of independent study.Guidelines (Parents/Pupils)The amount of homework set will increase as pupils progress from Years 8 - 14. In Key Stage 3 pupils may expect to get approximately 10 hours of homework per week. Senior pupils spend a minimum of 15 hours on homework each week.The following is a guide: KS3 (Yr 8 - 10) - 11/2 - 2 hrs per night KS4 (Yr 11 - 12) - 2 - 21/2 hrs per night KS5 (Yr 13 - 14) - 3+ hrs per nightPupils record all homework in homework diaries. Parents are asked to check that these are maintained and that homeworks are completed.Homework may take various forms such as writing, learning, research, planning or drawing. It may include coursework for assessment.Study and revision should be part of a good homework schedule.A Homework Club runs after school on four afternoons each week. A pupil is never able to say “I have no homework”.20 21GCSE • % Entered for 7 or more Subjects 100% • 96.1% achieved > 5 grades A* - C • 86.5 % achieved > 7 grades A* - C • 79.4% achieved > than 7 grades at A* - C (including English and Maths) • 38.8% of all GCSE grades were either A* or A • 63.1% of all GCSE grades were A* to B • Achieving 5 or more Grades A* - G - 100%Summary of Academic AchievementsSummer 2023A Summary Booklet of examination results is enclosed at the back of the prospectus.ExaminationsIn Year 11 and 12, students are entered for GCSE examinations and Vocational qualiﬁcations.In Year 13, students take AS examinations in 3 or 4 examinations, and usually continue with 3 of these to A Level in Year 14.2023 GCSE - Summary of Results % Entered for % Achieving % Achieving Grades % Achieving % Achieving % of all GCSE 7 or more Grades A* - C A* - C 7 or more Grades A* - C Grades A* - G Grades were Subjects 7 or more inc. Maths & English 5 or more 5 or more either A* or A 99.4% 86.5% 79.4% 96.1% 100% 38.8% % of those pupils achieving: % of all grades % of those pupils who Number of pupils in 3 or more 2 or more were either went on to Higher Final Year of passes passes A*-B grades Education including A Level Course at Grades A* - C at Grades A* - E gap year pupils 81 82.7% 100% 74.3% 95.1%2023 GCE A Level Summary of Results2023 GCE AS Level Summary of Results Number of pupils in % of Year 13 % of those pupils achieving: % AS Level Course students sat AS levels 2 or more passes of all Grades in 4 subjects at Grades A - E were A -B 108 51% 100% 58.7%Leavers’ Destinations Year 14 % OF LEAVERS GOING TO Number of Leavers from Years 12, 13 & Higher Gap Further Other Employment 14 for 2022-2023 Education Year Education School 137 54% — 31% 7% 8%A Level • 100% achieved > 2 grades A* to E • 82.7% achieved > 3 grades A* - C • 74.3% of all grades were A* - B • 95.1% of Year 14 went on to higher / further education, including gap year pupils.

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2222All pupils study a core curriculum of: English Careers Maths General PE Non Exam Modules Religious Education Learning for Life & Work Science Bench Joinery Child Care & Using Ofﬁce Technology Computer Aided Design Contemporary Cuisine & Patisserie and Baking Electrical Wiring & Electronic Circuit Construction Sports Leadership & Running a Leisure EventOccupational studies are also offered in a range of subjects and may include.Key Stage 4GCSE Subject Choices will be made at the end of Year 10 in consultation with Subject teachers, Parents and the Careers Department.The Principal’s Award for outstanding achievement in GCSE 2023 presented by Mr. Gallagher to Aisling McIntyre who achieved 11A*s. KS4“Spirituality and Excellence”23The CurriculumKey Stage 3Pupils in Years 8-10 study a vibrant, varied curriculum providing as wide an experience as possible. In their form class groups, the pupils study the following subjects every week, with lesson totals based on a typical Year 8 timetable: English (5 periods per week)Mathematics (5 periods per week)Science (5 periods per week)Religious Education (4 periods per week)Geography (3 periods per week)History (3 periods per week)ICT (2 periods per week)Physical Education (2 periods per week)The pupils also choose two languages from:French (3 periods per week)Irish (3 periods per week)Spanish (3 periods per week)In smaller groups, the pupils also study:Art & DesignDramaHome Economics Music TechnologyIn addition to this, Year 8 pupils have the opportunity to go swimming (Coleraine Leisure Centre) once a fortnight. All Y8-10 pupils have a Form Period each week, a Learning for Life and Work period each week and gather together as a form class every morning for Registration or Assembly. Pupils entering Year 8 are assessed using GL’s Cognitive Ability Test (CAT) to allow for appropriate arrangements for banding and setting in certain subject areas. The curriculum on offer at Loreto College is broad and balanced providing our students with the opportunity to study a wide range of subjects in line with the requirements of the Northern Ireland Curriculum.Students are encouraged to develop fully their skills and talents and to become autonomous learners.Art & Design BiologyBusiness Communication Systems ChemistryChild DevelopmentComputingDigital TechnologyDouble Award ScienceDrama EconomicsEnglish LiteratureFood and NutritionFurther MathsFrench Geography HistoryICT Irish Music PE (GCSE)PhysicsSingle Award ScienceSpanish TechnologyPupils can choose from the following subjects. Most pupils take a minimum of nine GCSEs:

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“Spirituality and Excellence”25“Spirituality and Excellence”24The College offers 25 A level and Vocational courses. Most students study four subjects at AS level, and continue with three to A level.Students will choose three or four ‘A’ Level subjects from the following:A range of enrichment courses are also on offer to our ‘A’ Level Students.Sixth Form Enrichment program includes Personal Development, Careers, Sport, Religious Education and Charity Outreach.Post-16 StudiesArt BiologyBusiness StudiesChemistryComputingConstruction & the Built EnvironmentDesign & TechnologyEconomicsEnglish LanguageEnglish LiteratureFrenchFurther MathsGeographyGovernment & PoliticsHealth & Social CareHistoryIrish IT Mathematics MusicNutrition & Food SciencePhysics Religious EducationSpanish Sport Theatre StudiesStudent Voice and Leadership Leadership development is an integral part of Loreto Education. It seeks to foster personal growth, and bring about social transformation. In Loreto College Coleraine we seek to develop dynamic leaders with ‘heart’, wisdom, vision and the will to inﬂuence and bring about positive change in society. Our students are encouraged to develop their leadership skills through participation in activities such as Student Council, Justice & Peace Group, Debating and the Senior Leadership Programmes, Eco-Committee and the Shared Education Committee. 21Justice League/SVPEmbedded in the Ethos of Loreto is the aim to encourage our Students to be Agents of Social Change. The Justice League and SVP groups engage in various activities aimed at promoting equality. These activities include, fund raising, visiting residential homes and discussion forums.As a Loreto School, we recognise we belong to a worldwide network. As such, we host our annual Mission Day, to support Loreto Missions worldwide.Student Leadership TeamStudent CouncilRotary Youth Leadership AwardFor the past ﬁve years, a student from Loreto College, has won the coveted Youth Leadership Development Competition, presented by Rotary International. The picture shows last year’s recipient Caitlin Bullock, our head girl, addressing the European Parliament in Strasbourg.Photograph of the group of students - Post 16 studiesL-R: Mrs Pepin (Vice Principal); Eva McBride (4As) Michael McAtamney (3A*s), Sorcha Doherty (3A*s), Sean McKelvey (3A*s), Grace McClements (3A*s). Mrs McCarry (Vice Principal) received the Principal’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in A-Level 2023. Coleraine Area Learning Partnership - CALPThe curriculum at KS4 and KS5 is reviewed annually and tailored to meet the needs and interests of each cohort of students. Additional subjects may be accessed via collaboration with our Partner Schools in the Coleraine Area Learning Partnership.CoP 28 Youth Climate Change ConferenceAcademic Excellence at KS5

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“Spirituality and Excellence” “Spirituality and Excellence”CareersThe aim of Careers Education in the school is to help pupils acquire the skills, attitudes and values which will enable them to identify their gifts and to use them to select a fulﬁlling and worthwhile career.Through a systematic and on-going programme of Careers education pupils develop:• knowledge and understanding of themselves and others as individuals.• knowledge and understanding of the world in which they live, the career opportunities available and the routes of entry to them.• the skills and personal qualities needed to manage their career development, including the ability to make considered choices, formulate and implement career plans and cope with the transition from school to higher education and adult life.More formal Careers Guidance begins in Year 10 when pupils select their subjects for GCSE.In Years 11 and 12 pupils have timetabled Careers classes. They are also interviewed by a Careers Ofﬁcer from the Department for Employment and Learning. In Years 13 and 14 Careers is taught in small groups Contact with employers, representatives from Higher Education and from other relevant agencies is provided through a series of fortnightly lectures by visiting speakers, through attendance at University Open Days and through the Work Experience programme. Trial Interviews are arranged for Year 14 during which each student is interviewed by a panel of professionals in each specialist area.27“Do good and do it well” Mary Ward26Year 14 Trial InterviewsCapital FeesThe Board of Governors is required by the Education Reform (NI) Order to establish its own Charges and Remissions Policy.This policy will operate for the incoming Financial Year and will be subject to monitoring and review. The Board of Governors levies annual capital charge of £100 in respect of each pupil at theschool for the purpose of meeting expenditure on • the provision or alteration of school premises• equipment provided in connection with the provision or alteration of school premises.This fee is payable by 18th June for Year 8 pupils 4th September for Years 11 - 14 pupils 6th November for Years 9 & 10 pupils.This charge is not remitted in anycircumstances.Charges and FeesThe wearing of the school uniform including blazer is compulsory, as is PE uniform. Parents who are receiving Income Support or Income based Job Seekers Allowance are entitled to assistance towards the purchase of school and PE Uniform. Application forms can be obtained from the Education Authority Headquarters.Examination EntriesApproved Public Examinations.The Entry fee is paid by the school for a pupil to sit once any GCSE, A Level subject, A Level module or AS Level for which the school prepares the pupil.Any other Examination Entry fees are the responsibility of the pupil.Deputy Heads of School

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Café LoretoTransportTransport is available from all areas to the school. Many pupils are eligible for free transport provided that their home is more than 3 miles (measured by the nearest available route) from the school and that transport to the school is already available. Application forms may be obtained from Education Authority. If there is a suitable school within 3 miles of the pupils’ home, free transport will not be provided to another school unless the school within walking distance has refused the pupil a place.Senior prefects play a supervisory role on all school buses. They are expected to maintain high standards of behaviour and are responsible to one of our Vice-Principals.In Loreto we take great pride in producing food which is nutritious, appealing and attractively presented with the emphasis on healthier choices.The canteen uses a Biometric cashless system with each pupil having a personalised account and is open for a light breakfast and for mid-day lunch.The main means by which parents can pay for lunches and other charges is ParentPay. This means that money can be paid online, from home, completely securely. “Spirituality and Excellence”“Spirituality and Excellence”28Individual Tuition in MusicInstrumental and singing lessons are provided (subject to the personnel resources available) to prepare students for examinations (Trinity College and Guildhall respectively). The fee of £420 is payable in advance in two instalments. These charges will not be remitted.TransportTransport will be provided free of charge where such transport can be classiﬁed as necessary to the education provided for the pupils eg Fieldwork in Geography, Biology etc.School PropertyParents are asked to pay for repair or replacement of damaged fabric, furnishing or equipment where this damage is the result of their child’s behaviour.Practical SubjectsA charge will be made for ingredients and materials used by a pupil where parents indicate in advance a wish to own the ﬁnished product. A charge will be made for ingredients and material used by a pupil, for subjects such as Home Economics, Technology or Art.29

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31“Spirituality and Excellence”30Loreto College School Bus Timetable Morning Afternoon Afternoon Departure From/To Service Departure Departure Departure Times No Time Times from Times from for after School Bus Station School Activities Agivey 116 08:04 15:30 15:40 17:05 Ardreagh 117 08:04/8:45 15:30 15:40 17:05 Articlave 134 08:25 15:25 15:45 17:15 Ballerin 117 07:56/08:23 15:30 15:40 17:05 Ballycastle 171 07:35 15:27 15:45 17:50 Ballykelly 134/143 08:20 15:20 15:40 17:30 Ballymoney 173 08:30 15:20 15:30 17:05 Ballerena 134 07:50 15:25 15:40 17:15 Castlerock 134 08:15 15:25 15:32/15:40 17:15 Downhill 134 08:15 15:25 15:40 17:15 Dungiven/Feeney 124/146 08:00/08:10 15:20 15:40 17:15 Dunloy 113/173 08:00 15:20 15:30 17:05 Eglinton 134/143/141 07:45 15:20 15:40 17:30 Faughanvale 134/143 08:10 15:20 15:40 17:15 Finvoy 118/173 08:08 15:20 No Service 17:05 Garvagh 116A 08:05 15:20 15:40 17:05 Greysteel 134/143/141 07:50 15:20 15:45 17:30 Kilrea 116B 08:00 15:25 15:50 17:05 Limavady via Magilligan 134 07:35 15:20 15:40 17:15 Limavady 134 08:25 15:20 15:40 17:15 Loughgiel 133/173 07:55 15:20 15:30 17:05 Macosquin 117 08:15/08:25 15:20 15:40 17:05 Maghera 116 08:00 15:20 15:50 17:10 Magherafelt 176/116 07:25 15:20 15:50 17:10 Magilligan 134 08:01 15:25 15:40 17:15 Milltown 134 08:00 15:40 15:32 No Service Portglenone 115/116 07:35 15:25 15:30 No Service Portrush 140 08:05 15:25 15:50 17:20 Portstewart 140 08:05 15:25 16:00 17:30 Rasharkin 118/173 08:00 15:20 15:30 17:05 Ringsend 117 08:00 15:20 15:30 No Service Ballymoney via Loughan 178 08:20 No Service No Service 17:15 Mountsandel 178 08:45 15:33 16:00 17:00 Loughan via Mountsandel 178 08:36 15:33 No Service No ServiceWhat Our Parents Say“I am delighted our girls attend this school. The pastoral care and the professionalism of the staff is excellent, I feel they support my girls achieve their desire to do well in exams and the education.”“Coming from a small primary school (class of 12) my child is so happy and condent at Loreto. He has settled in well and developed great friendships. He has never complained about going to school which is a great positive.”Source: Whole School Audit 2022“I feel that Loreto sets excellent expectations with regard to uniform, learning and behaviour.”“I feel it is wonderful that my daughter has a guardian angel in school. I also feel the interview with form teacher is a fantastic idea to check all pupils have settled well. I cannot thank the staff enough for how well my daughter has settled into her new school. She loves school and wants so much to please her teachers. She loves them all. Thank you so much.”“I have to compliment the support staff and school ofce who are always all so accommodating. They are efcient and reliable and always so friendly. Nothing is ever a problem. Messages are passed on promptly and you can tell they have the children’s welfare and best interests to heart.”“There is a wide selection of extra-curricular activities for creative children and those interested in sport and music. This allows pupils to make friends outside of their form group as well.”“My daughter really enjoys school and it has been a joy to see her talents and interests being nurtured. The school’s strong academic focus has really motivated my child to work hard and enjoy the rewards. I feel informed about the life of the school through the text system and the school Facebook page. I think that Loreto is providing an excellent all-round education for my children in very trying times.”“As a school I once attended, I am delighted high standards are maintained in all areas. My child is so happy at school.”“There is a wide selection of extra-curricular activities for creative children and those interested in sport and music. This allows pupils to make friends outside of their form group as well.”What Our Pupils Say“I like that the teachers are approachable in school and that they care for our mental health and wellbeing.”“It is an amazing school with lots of subjects to choose from.”“Senior students look after younger pupils; they help guide us to classes, they hold open doors and respect us as they would with their year group.”“I really like the fact that if you ever need to you can talk to any teacher about anything and they will try their best to help you through it without hesitation.”“I like the wide variety of sports.”“I enjoy the wide range of subject choices.”“The canteen provides a good service. The quality of their food is not to be undermined; it is delicious. There is always something for everyone.”“I have enjoyed taking part in the school show.”“What I mostly like about school is, seeing my favourite teachers and my friends, having lunch and going to my favourite subjects (mostly Home-Economic practicals.)”“I like having group classes and form classes to change things up every now and then. I also like my form class with all my friends in it.”“I like that there is a counsellor in the school who can help students with what’s going on in their life and I like that there is an eco-committee.”“I really like playing camogie for Loreto.”“I like the fact that you can talk to any teacher, and they will listen and respect you and help you with any needs you have in the school.”“I like the way the school cares about the environment.”

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