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Message Markethill High School PROSPECTUS 2025
WELCOME I commend to you this edition of the school prospectus which gives you information on the school Your child has reached the stage of deciding on their choice of Post Primary School and you will be assisting them with that very important decision Markethill High School is a sector leading child centred all ability school which creates shapes and supports happy and successful pupils through an essential fusion of academic and pastoral needs The school which is situated on a spacious site adjacent to the town has a strong Christian ethos and works in partnership with local churches It also enjoys very strong community links The school offers pupils high quality learning and teaching and Markethill High School continues to follow a unique knowledge rich curriculum The purpose of the school s knowledge rich curriculum is to ensure our pupils have the core knowledge and relevant skills to enrich their educational experience and empower them to access the next stage in their education find suitable employment and participate in society The values which are embraced at Markethill High School include honesty kindness positivity resilience and respect and together these reflect our school motto Mind Heart Soul Our school Open Night will be held on Tuesday 14th January 2025 This will give you an opportunity to see around the school and to meet pupils and staff If you require any further information on the school please contact the school office Principal Mr C J Berry BSc PGCE PQH NI Mind Heart Soul
ACCOMMODATION Along with a number of well equipped classrooms the school has a full range of specialist teaching areas These include 4 Science Laboratories 2 ICT Suites 2 Technology and Design Suites 2 Home Economics Rooms Art and Design Room including a Digital Media Suite a Music Room with Practice Rooms Library In addition the school has a Youth Complex including a full sized Sports Hall which is also utilised by local youth organisations in the evenings Outdoor facilities include football pitches a hockey pitch tennis courts and a poly tunnel In 2024 we opened our new state of the art nurture space The Hive to further support pupils with additional needs 02 Markethill High School Prospectus 2025
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CURRICULUM The curriculum offered by this school endeavours to meet the requirements of the Education Northern Ireland Order 2006 The provision will be subject to the resources teachers facilities and equipment present in school and the identified needs of the pupils KEY STAGE 3 YEARS 8 10 All pupils follow broadly based courses in subjects which contribute to the Areas of Learning within the Northern Ireland Curriculum The Areas of Learning and their contributory subjects are English English Mathematics Mathematics KEY STAGE 4 YEARS 11 AND 12 Markethill High School offers a broad range of subjects at Key Stage 4 GCSE in house The subjects offered including academic GCSE s general GCSE s and equivalence including BTEC and OCN qualifications The school fully meets the Entitlement Framework requirements All pupils study the following core subjects English full course Mathematics full course Science Single Double or Triple Award Religious Education full or short course Environment and Society Geography History Modern Languages French Spanish Physical Education Careers Science and Technology Science Design and Technology The Arts Art and Design Music Drama Learning for Life and Work Physical Education Religious Education Home Economics ICT In Years 8 9 and 10 pupils are placed in mixed ability classes 04 The following subjects are additionally offered to pupils at GCSE level Agriculture and Land Use BTEC Animal Care Art and Design Business Studies Digital Technology Drama English Literature French Further Mathematics Geography History Home Economics Food Information Technology Applications Learning for Life and Work Motor Vehicle and Road Use Studies Moving Image Arts Music Prince s Trust Spanish Technology and Design Furthermore a number of pupils in Years 11 and 12 travel to the SRC in Armagh or Portadown one day per week to partake of Occupational Studies modules or BTEC qualifications Markethill High School Prospectus 2025
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EXTERNAL EXAMINATIONS Pupils are entered for external examinations in both Years 11 and 12 in line with the modular GCSE format Pupils at the end of Year 12 are entered for a range of terminal GCSE papers The Examining Board and level of examination entry chosen will be that which is most appropriate to the needs and abilities of the pupils However for most subjects this will be Northern Ireland Council for the Curriculum Examinations and Assessment and parents will be consulted on examination entry levels Controlled Assessment is undertaken throughout the two years of the GCSE course PASTORAL CARE Markethill High School places great emphasis on the provision of appropriate Pastoral Care for all pupils A system has been designed to build up the pupils confidence which enables them to understand themselves as individuals and to develop sound relationships with other pupils and staff at the school The Form Teachers are supported by the Year Heads Senior Teachers in charge of Pastoral Care the Vice Principal and the Principal The high quality of the school s pastoral care provision has been recognised as a strength by the Educational and Training Inspectorate ETI The Form Teacher assigned to each class will endeavour to build a good relationship with each pupil and is also responsible for primary guidance counselling and discipline during years 8 12 06 Markethill High School Prospectus 2025
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CAREERS EDUCATION In Year 10 advice is given on the choice of subjects for Key Stage Four The Careers Officer from the Training and Employment Agency visits the school on a regular basis to discuss career opportunities with individual pupils in Year 12 In Year 11 pupils have the opportunity to go on Work Experience to a place of work of their choosing for one week DISCIPLINE Markethill High School insists on very high standards of behaviour At the start of each year parents sign a contract indicating their support for all elements of school life The school operates a popular merit system aimed at fostering and encouraging positive behaviours in all aspects of school life Pupils can accrue merit points which are recognised and celebrated throughout the academic year The pupils and form classes with the most points can receive special privileges or rewards Pupils can attain merit points amongst other things for care and courtesy excellent written work homework excellent contribution to extra curricular activities full attendance motivation enthusiasm positivity showing improvement within a class test and trying hard making good progress 08 Markethill High School Prospectus 2025
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EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES The school offers pupils a wide range of activities for example Choir Cookery Club Drama Club Duke of Edinburgh Chess Club and Scripture Union On the sporting side pupils have the opportunity to participate in football hockey volleyball badminton athletics orienteering rugby tennis and other sports Educational visits also play an important part in the curriculum offered including trips closer to home and abroad 10 Markethill High School Prospectus 2025
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MONITORING PUPIL PROGRESS In keeping with the principles of Assessment for Learning it is the school s policy that pupils are assessed on a regular basis both through homework and through class based continuous assessment tasks Diagnostic formative and summative pupil performance data is used to monitor progress and compare to targets which teachers and pupils have set Reports are issued in December and June All classes are tracked using the Lesson Monitor module in SIMs All teachers keep their own class records and these are used in the standardisation and monitoring of work within subject departments A pupil may be placed on some level of further support or intervention as and when required 12 Markethill High School Prospectus 2025
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SCHOOL UNIFORM All pupils attending Markethill High School must wear the complete and correct school uniform Correct clothing for Physical Education is also compulsory The school insists on high standards of uniform at all times Uniform may be purchased from Lila s Scotch Street Armagh and Moorehead s Bessbrook UNIFORM REGULATIONS GIRLS UNIFORM Markethill High School blazer and crest School tie Grey Markethill High School pleated skirt White blouse Black leather low heeled shoes White knee socks black tights School scarf optional Black pullover v neck optional BOYS UNIFORM Markethill High School blazer and crest School tie Black trousers White shirt Black leather shoes black laces Black socks School scarf optional Black pullover v neck optional All uniform should be labelled with the owner s name Only the following outdoor clothing is acceptable to and from school a dark coat or raincoat navy black or grey A fluorescent band or strip is encouraged for dark mornings evenings No hoodies are permitted to and from school and will be confiscated Only the school scarf should be worn All other scarves will be confiscated 14 GIRLS P E UNIFORM White T Shirt Black shorts MHS hockey shirt optional School hooded sweater Skort Black tracksuit bottoms for Winter sports Non marking soled trainers for indoor use Black socks BOYS P E UNIFORM Royal blue polo shirt for indoors Black Shorts MHS long sleeved football shirt optional MHS rugby hockey shirt optional School hooded sweater Non marking soled trainers for indoor use Football boots for outdoor games Black socks All P E kit should be labelled with the owner s name Shinguards and gum shields are needed for hockey and rugby Pupils should bring a towel and deodorant for all P E Games classes We would insist pupils who are participating in Extra Curricular Activities after school to change into track suit bottoms before leaving the school premises Markethill High School Prospectus 2025
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Markethill High School Mind Heart Soul If you wish to obtain further information about any aspect of the school or to discuss your child s progress please contact the school by telephone in person or via email Markethill High School 61 Mowhan Road Markethill Co Armagh BT60 1RQ T 028 3755 1270 E info markethillhigh markethill ni sch uk MarkethillHighSchool MarkethillHigh