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4Governor’s ForewordRéamhrá na nGobharnóiríOn behalf of the Board of Governors, staff and schoolcommunity of Cólaiste Feirste I extend a warm welcome to allour prospective pupils and to you their parents and guardians. Thanks for taking the time to read our prospectus. It providesdetails of the courses we oﬀer, details on selection criteria anda taster of what we’re all about.This year we hit the ‘thirtysomethings’. In our first schoolprospectus the then Governors recalled how “in the past someparents whose children recieved their primary educationthrough Irish had to send their children to Dublin in order toprovide Irish Language secondary education for them. Theopening of our own Irish-language second-level college is anhistoric and exciting opportunity.” The message of the last 30years is how, for each other, each and every one of us can makea difference. More than 2650 learners have received theireducation through Coláiste Feirste and they have gone on toclimb many different career ladders - to become nurses orteachers, journalists or artists, bakers, knitters, potters,tradespeople, policy makers, scientists and code leaders. Today,we - the Coláiste Feirste family must scale new heights and useour skills and our heads and hearts to ensure every year is aboutmaking that difference, for generations to come. ColáisteFeirste provides a tradition in learning and personaldevelopment. These strengths connect to offer a dynamic placein which to study and to grow. Thar ceann Bhord na nGobharnóirí, na foirne agus phobal scoileCholáiste Feirste, cuirim fearadh na fáilte roimh chohórt nabliana seo chugainn agus romhaibhse, a thuismitheoirí agus achaomhnóiríGo raibh maith agat as an réamheolaire seo a léamh. Tá eolasann ar na cúrsaí atá ar fáil anseo agus ar na critéir roghnúcháin,chomh maith le blaiseadh beag de shaol an Choláiste.Agus muid ag ceiliúradh breis agus tríocha bliain ar an fhód isfiú cuimhneamh ar shliocht as an chéad réamheolaire ad’fhoilsigh an scoil: “San am atá thart, b’éigean do roinnttuismitheoirí a bpáistí a chur go Baile Átha Cliath lemeánscolaíocht Ghaeilge a fháil. Tugann ár meánscoil nuaGhaelach deis stairiúil agus speisialta dúinn”. Léirigh an tréimhsede thríocha bliain ina dhiaidh sin an difear a rinne gach duineagainn i bpobal an Choláiste sa scoil agus taobh amuigh di.D’fhreastal breis agus 2650 foghlaimeoirí ar Choláiste Feirsteagus is iomaí slí beatha a lean siad nuair a d’imigh siad uainn,amhail altraí nó oidí, iriseoirí nó ealaíontóirí, báicéirí,cniotálaithe, potadóirí, ceardaithe, lucht déanta polasaithe,eolaithe agus códóirí. Inniu, ní mór do chlann Choláiste Feirstedul ó neart go neart le go dtig linn an difear sin a dhéanamharís, bliain i ndiaidh bliana do na glúnta atá le teacht. CothaíonnColáiste Feirste cultúr a ligeann dá pobal foghlaim agus forbairtgo pearsanta. Oibrímid le chéile le hionad dinimiciúil a chur arfáil don staidéar agus don fhás. [v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 4

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5The school’s development over recent years has beenstaggering and is driven by talented people working at theheart of everything we do. We will continue to take action to ensure the quality ofeducational provision is further enhanced. Across all ourwork, the same goal drives what we do: to bring pupils,parents and teachers together in delivering exceptionaleducational experiences and outcomes. The struggle against inequality continues on many frontsand we are thankful for the city wide support we receive. Inreturn we recognise that the fruits of that activism must beshared fairly not least in how services for young Irishspeakers are distributed and supported across the City andbeyond. Maximising returns on the recent capital investment is onlymade possible by more capital investment. ThroughSpórtlann we can now complete and share our story, but firstwe have to bring the work to its full fruition. We cannotafford to stand and wait: now is the time to finish theproject. The next phase of Spórtlann - which Belfast CityCouncil has already committed partly to fund is within our grasp. We hope your children will join our ranks and continue to bepart of the Gaelscoil movement. Coláiste Feirste is nothingwithout the people who make it great. Seán MistéilChairperson, Board of Governors, Coláiste FeirsteNíl léamh ná scríobh ná inse béil ar fhorbairt na scoile leblianta beaga anuas, forbairt a thiománann grúpacumasach atá i gcroílár na hoibre seo. Leanfaidh muid ar aghaidh leis an obair a chinntíonnardchaighdeán oideachais sna blianta atá romhainn. Tá ansprioc chéanna againn uilig, beag beann ar an tasc: ledaltaí, tuismitheoirí agus múinteoirí a thabhairt le chéile lehoideachas sármhaith a sholáthar do chách. Níor cuireadh stad leis an streachailt in éadan éagothroimeagus táimid buíoch as an tacaíocht a fhaighimid ar fud nacathrach. Mar bhuíochas, aithnímid go gcaithfidh torthaían ghníomhachais sin a roinnt go cothrom i meascchainteoirí óga Gaeilge i mBéal Feirste agus níos faideanonn.Ní féidir linn tairbhe iomlán a bhaint as infheistíochtchaipitiúil gan tuilleadh infheistíochta. Le Spórtlann, táimidiomaíoch agus ábalta ár scéal a roinnt, ach anoiscaithfimid an obair a thabhairt chun críche. Ní thaganncaonach ar chloch reatha, agus is mithid dúinn an togra achríochnú. Táimid réidh don chéad chéim eile de Spórtlann– in éineacht le Comhairle Cathrach Bhéal Feirste a gheallcuid den mhaoiniú cheana féin. Tá súil againn go mbeidh do pháistí inár measc agus goleanfaidh siad ar aghaidh mar chuid de ghluaiseacht naGaelscolaíochta. Níorbh fhiú faic Coláiste Feirste gan aphobal iontach.Seán MistéilCathaoirleach, Bord na nGobharnóirí, Coláiste Feirste[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 5

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6Focal ón PhríomhoideIs mór an pléisiúr dom an Réamheolaire seo achur i do láthair. Sna leathanaigh seo a leanasgheobhaidh tú blas beag de shaibhreas agusd’éagsúlacht thaithí an dalta ar CholáisteFeirste.Cruthaíonn an Ghaeilge timpeallacht foghlama cumhachtach dárndaltaí. Maidir le torthaí acadúla, tá Coláiste Feirste ar na scoileannaneamhroghnacha is mó rath le blianta beaga anuas. Cuireann muidsíneadh ar na daltaí a bhfuil bua acadúil acu agus gnóthaíonn siadgráid A* go rialta i réimse leathan ábhar. Trínár nIonad TacaíochtaFoghlama nuálach tugann muid tacaíocht chuí do dhaltaí a bhfuildua ar leith acu le go ngnóthóidh siad thar a bpoitéinseal. Agussoláthraíonn muid curaclam an-leathan le freastal ar riachtanais,ábaltachtaí agus suimeanna gach uile dhalta. Dá bhrí seo, de ghnáthtugann muid ar ais sa tSéú Foirm 80-90% de na daltaí anois, ágcoinneáil agus á gcothú sa chóras oideachais agus á n-ullmhú donstaidéar tríú leibhéil.A Word from the PrincipalIt is with great pleasure that I introduce you to our schoolProspectus. Within these pages you will get a flavour of how richand varied the pupil experience is at Coláiste Feirste.The Irish language creates a powerful learning environment for ourpupils. In terms of academic results, Coláiste Feirste has beenamong the top performing non-selective schools for several years.We stretch and challenge our academically gifted pupils to achieveA* grades in a range of subjects. We support pupils with particulardifficulties through our innovative Learning Support Centre toachieve beyond their potential. And we provide an extensivecurriculum to meet the needs, abilities and interests of eachindividual pupil. As a result, we normally take back 80-90% of pupilsinto Sixth Form, keeping them in the education system andpreparing them for successful third-level study.Mícheál Mac Giolla GhunnaPríomhoide Mícheál Mac Giolla GhunnaPrincipal[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 6

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7Cad chuige a bhfuil an oiread sin ratha ar Choláiste Feirste? Mar gobhfreastalaíonn muid ar gach páiste mar dhuine aonair; mar go bhfuilfoireann dhúthrachtach le hardscileanna againn; mar go bhfuil córastréadchúraim agus tacaíochta pearsanta éifeachtach againn; mar gurpobal scoile sona sásta sinn. Thar gach ní eile tá eispéireasoideachasúil den scoth ar Choláiste Feirste mar go bhfuil sainmheonGaeilge go smior ionainn a spreagann ár ndaoine óga creidbheáil iontuféin mar Ghaeil agus gnóthú dá réir.Gnóthaíonn ár gcuid daltaí go hacadúil. Ach gnóthaíonn siad fosta saspórt, sa drámaíocht, san ealaín agus sa cheol. Gnóthaíonn siad snahimeachtaí seach-churaclaim éagsúla. Fásann siad go pearsanta agusgo sóisialta i dtimpeallacht shábháilte bunaithe ar chaidrimh shonaláidre. Imíonn siad amach sa tsaol le gnóthú i réimse gairmeacha agusslite beatha. Tugann siad leo na tréithe a chothaigh siad ar CholáisteFeirste, féinmhuinín, misneach, dearcadh pobail agus líofacht saGhaeilge. Seo an fhís atá againn don pháiste s’agatsa.Leanann Coláiste Feirste den fhás, den tsíorfheabhsú, den nuálú. Táaistear corraitheach romhainn don chéad seacht mbliana eile. Tugaimcuireadh duit bheith linn.Why is Coláiste Feirste so successful? Because we meet the needs ofeach child as an individual; because we have a dedicated and highly-skilled staff; because we have an excellent pastoral and personalsupport system; because we have a happy school community. Aboveall we offer an excellent educational experience at Coláiste Feirstebecause we have a strong Irish language ethos which inspires youngpeople to believe in themselves as proud young Gaels and to achieveaccordingly.Our pupils achieve academically. But they also achieve in sport,drama, art and music. They achieve in the varied extra-curricularactivities. They grow personally and socially in a safe environmentbuilt on strong happy relationships. They go on to achieve beyondschool in a wide variety of professions and walks of life. These arebright, successful young people, taking with them the Coláiste Feirstequalities: a self-belief, a sense of community and a fluency in the Irishlanguage. This is what we wish for your child.Coláiste Feirste continues to grow, to improve, to innovate. The nextseven years will be an exciting journey. We invite you to join us.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 7

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8Ceannaireacht don tsíorfheabhsúÓ bunaíodh i 1991 é, d’fhás agus d’fhorbair Coláiste Feirste ascuimse. Tháinig méadú suntasach ar líon na ndaltaí, líon nafoirne, ar an tsoláthar curaclaim, ar acmhainní agus áiseanna. Salá atá inniu ann, tá an scoil suite i gcroílár na Ceathrún Gaeltachtai mBéal Feirste, go fisiciúil agus go meonach. Tá foireann mhórardcháilithe de 65 múinteoir ann agus 900 dalta ag teacht ó 11bhunscoil i mórcheantar Bhéal Feirste. Le 5 bliana anuas tá an-rath ar Choláiste Feirste, de réir tagarmharcála torthaí scrúduitheleis na scoileanna Béarla sa tuaisceart.Leantar den tsíorfhorbairt seo i rith an ama. Fuair muidinfheistíocht chun áiseanna teagaisc agus spóirt den chéad scotha thógáil. Cuireann na háiseanna seo leis na deiseannaoideachasúla is féidir linn a thairiscint do dhéagóirí naGaelscolaíochta. Cheadaigh an Roinn Oideachais moladhforbartha don scoil i mí na Nollag 2020 chun cur leis an líoniontrála scoile agus tabharfar cóiríocht bhreise dúinn mar gheallair seo. Tá muid anois ag cuartú áit i dtuaisceart Bhéal Feirstechun soláthar iarbhunscolaíochta eile a chur ar bun.Is iomaí dúshlán agus fadhb ar an aistear seo. Sháraigh muid iadmar gheall ar ár gcreidbheáil phaiseanta i mbuntáistí anGhaeloideachais agus mar gheall ar chaighdeán naceannasaíochta i bpobal na scoile – ó thuismitheoirí agus daltaí, ómhúinteoirí agus gobharnóirí scoile. Chuir Coláiste Feirsteinfheistíocht mhór isteach go háirithe i gceannaireacht sinsearachscoile a ghlacann cur chuige nuálach leis an oideachas, afhorbraíonn oideolaíocht Lán-Ghaeilge agus a thugann faoithosaíochtaí straitéiseacha soiléire a chuirfidh feabhsú areispéaras agus ar thorthaí oideachasúla na ndaltaí – próiseassíorfheabhsaithe, ó théarma go téarma, ó bhliain go bliain. In2020 chuir muid fáilte roimh trí cheapachán nua ar an fhoireanncheannaireachta shinsearach: Emer Mhic an Fhailí, Leas-Phríomhoide um Thréadchúram; Mary Uí Dhaimhín,Comhordaitheoir Riachtanais Speisialta Oideachais; agus CaitlínNí Ruanaidh, Ceannaire Foghlama chun ár gcleachtas a fhorbairtmaidir leis an tumoideachas – go háirithe i gcomhthéacs napandéime. I mbliana ceapadh ceannaire scoile eile, Domhnall ÓNeill, mar Bhainisteoir Eochairchéim 5. Chuir muid leis anmheáncheannaireacht fosta nuair a ceapadh roinnt ceannairídíograiseacha, tiomanta.Cinnteoidh an cumas ceannaireachta seo go leanfaidh ColáisteFeirste den tsíordhul chun cinn go ceann na mblianta seochugainn le freastal go héifeachtach ar riachtanais agusuaillmhianta éagsúla ár ndaoine óga. Leadership for ContinuousImprovement Since its establishment in 1991 Coláiste Feirste has expandedand developed at an amazing rate. Its pupil numbers,teaching staff, curriculum offer, resources and facilities haveall grown and blossomed. Today the school is situated at theheart of Belfast’s Gaeltacht Quarter both physically andconceptually. There is a large complement of 65 highlyqualified and enthusiastic teachers and 900 pupils drawnfrom the 11 bunscoil in the greater Belfast area. For the past5 years Coláiste Feirste, when its exam results arebenchmarked against the English-medium sector, has beenvery successful. This constant development continues. Having acquiredcapital investment from the Depoartment of Education, wenow have excellent teaching and sports’ facilities. This hasextended further the range of opportunities Coláiste Feirsteoffers to Gaelscoil children. In 2020 DE approved a furtherdevelopment proposal to increase school enrolment numbersand expand facilities further. We are now seeking a site innorth Belfast to develop a provision of Coláiste Feirste there.There have been many challenges and a few set-backs alongthe way. These have been overcome by the passionate beliefin the benefits of Irish-medium education and by the qualityof leadership within the school community – from parentsand pupils to teachers and school governors. In particular,Coláiste Feirste has invested heavily in senior leadershipcapacity in the school which takes an innovate approach toeducation, develops Irish-medium pedagogy and focuses onclear strategic priorities which will improve the educationalexperience and outcomes for pupils – a process of constantimprovement, term by term, year by year. In 2020 wewelcomed three new appointments on the senior leadershipteam: Emer Mhic an Fhailí, Vice-Principal for Pastoral Care,Mary Uí Dhaimhín, Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator;and Caitlín Ni Ruanaidh, Learning Leader who is tasked withdeveloping our practice in immersion education, particularlygiven the context of the pandemic. This year we alsoappointed another new senior leader, Domhnall Ó Neill, whooversees the development of provision at Key Stage 5. Wehave also appointed several enthusiastic and committedteachers to middle leadership positions in the school.This leadership capacity will ensure that Coláiste Feirstecontinues to move forward in the coming years to meetvaried needs and aspirations of our young people. [v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 8

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9A dynamic & expanding ethosColáiste Feirste aims to provide post primary education of thehighest quality through the medium of the Irish language andis committed to excellence in every aspect of this work. Theschool has many years of experience in this field and offersan educational experience which develops the social,intellectual and technical skills of the young people in ourcare. Their education in Coláiste Feirste enables pupils tobecome fulfilled and caring adults and it encourages them tosee their language and culture as a valuable and livingheritage from which they can derive pleasure andsatisfaction, while at the same time making them aware,tolerant and appreciative of other traditions, views andlifestyles. Coláiste Feirste is a co-educational, all-ability, comprehensiveschool and as such it embraces tolerance and welcomesdiversity. The school seeks to cultivate confidence and self-assertiveness in its pupils allowing them to express fully theirown identity and culture. Our staff seeks to foster youngpeople who will in the future play active, constructive,progressive roles in our community and in society as a whole.We hope to instil in them the values necessary to beresponsible parents, workers, leaders and contributingmembers of society in the future.Exemplary conduct is encouraged and expected of the pupilsboth inside and outside of the school. They are expected tohave respect for themselves and for others. They areexpected to wear their school uniform with pride. Our school endeavours to provide an educational servicewhich enables pupils to obtain qualifications, knowledge,experiences and necessary life skills. We believe that everypupil has the ability to reach his/her full potential with regardto social, personal and educational development. We believethat the pupil, parents, teachers and school management arecollectively responsible for this aim and must work togetherto achieve it. We expect that parents will support and assist the teachers inupholding the aims and ethos of the school.Sainmheon CumhachtachBríomhar Is í príomhaidhm Choláiste Feirste an réimse is leithne iar-bhunoideachais trí mheán na Gaeilge a sholáthar agus barrfeabhais a bhaint amach i ngach gné den obair sin. Tá bliantafada de thaithí ag an scoil ar iar-bhunscolaíocht lán-Ghaeilgea chur ar fáil a thugann dár gcuid daltaí na scileanna sóisialta,intleachtúla agus teicniúla a chuideoidh leo bheith inandaoine fásta iomlána agus geanúla. Spreagann muid árgcuid daltaí le haithint gur oidhreacht bheo luachmhar í adteanga agus a gcultúr as a dtig leo pléisiúr agus sásamh abhaint as. Cothaíonn muid eolas, caoinfhulaingt agus measiontu fosta i leith traidisiúin, dearcaidh agus stíleanna beathadaoine eile.Is scoil ilchumais, chomhoideachais í Coláiste Feirste.Cothaítear muinín agus cinnteacht sna daltaí i dtaca lenabhféiniúlacht agus lena sainchultúr féin. Féachann foireann nascoile le daoine óga a chothú a mbeidh páirt ghníomhachéifeachtach fhorásach acu inár bpobal féin agus sa tsochaí tríchéile. Is mian linn luachanna a chothú iontu a chuirfidh ar agcumas bheith rannpháirteach mar thuismitheoirí, maroibrithe, mar cheannairí agus mar shaoránaigh ghníomhachasa tsochaí san am atá le teacht.Bítear ag súil leis an chuid is fearr den dea-iompar ó dhaltaílaistigh agus lasmuigh den scoil agus go mbeidh meas acuorthu féin agus ar dhaoine eile. Bítear ag súil go gcaithfidhsiad culaith Choláiste Feirste le bród agus go mbeidh siadfeistithe mar ba chóir. Soláthraíonn Coláiste Feirste seirbhís oideachais a chuireannar chumas na ndaltaí eolas, éispéiris, cáilíochtaí agusscileanna riachtanacha saoil a bhaint amach. Creideann muidgo bhfuil sé ar chumas gach dalta a (h)acmhainneacht iomlána bhaint amach maidir le forbairt shóisialta, phearsanta agusoideachasúil. Dar linn go bhfuil an dalta, na tuismitheoirí, namúinteoirí agus foireann bhainistíochta na scoilecomhfhreagrach as an sprioc seo a bhaint amach agus gogcaithfidh siad comhoibriú lena chéile leis sin a dhéanamh.Bítear ag súil le tuismitheoirí tacaíocht a thabhairt doshainmheon na scoile agus cuidiú leis na múinteoiríaidhmeanna na scoile a chaomhnú.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 9

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10Foireann na Scoile 2021/22Ball Foirne Ról Micheál Mac Giolla Ghunna Príomhoide PrincipalDanielle Ní Riabhaigh Leas-Phríomhoide CuraclaimVice-Principal CurriculumEmer Mhic an Fhailí Leas-Phríomhoide TréadchúraimVice-Principal Pastoral CareFoireann Ceannaireachta Scoile School Leadership TeamDomhnall Ó Néill Bainisteoir Eochairchéim 5/Key Stage 5 ManagerDaithí Ó hAnluain Bainisteoir Eochairchéim 4/Key Stage 4 ManagerWayne Pickering Bainisteoir Eochairchéim 3/Key Stage 3 ManagerMary Uí Dhaimhín CoRSO /SENCOCaitlín Ní Ruanaidh Ceannaire Foghlama/Learning LeaderTíreolaíocht/GeographyBrónach Uí Mhurchú Ceann Ábhair/Head of Department:Rónán Ó Scolláin Ceann Bliana/Year HeadTigernach Ní ChaiséideMataCáit Ní Mhurchú Ceann Ábhair/Head of DepartmentComhordaitheoirUimhearthachta/Numeracy Co-ordinatorSéamas Mac Colaim Ceann Bliana/Year HeadAlana Nic an BhairdAoife Nic ConmhidhighDaithí Ó hAnluainRónán Mac Giolla Mheana LeasCB/Deputy HoYBéarlaCathal Mac Seáin Ceann Ábhair/HoDFionnuala Ní MhuirighBrónagh Nic AinmhireNiamh Nic Giolla Rua Niamh Nic Cailín Ceann Bliana/Year HeadCiara Nic FhailEmer Mhic an FhailíGaeilgeSeán Ó hEacháin Ceann Ábhair/HoDComhordaitheoir ScoileannaSínte/Extended Schools Co-ordinatorDomhnall Ó NéillMairsile Nic Cába Ceann Bliana/Year HeadBreanda Uí ChléirighMáirín Ní LaifeartaighAlex Nic NéighillNiamh Nic Ionnrachtaigh[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 10

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11RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023CorpoideachasCiarán Mag Aoidh Ceann Ábhair/Head of Department: Pádraig Mac Giolla Bhríde Comhordaitheoir Spórt/Sports’ Co-ordinatorMáire Ní MhaolchallanMáighréad Mhic UaitEalaínRóisín Nic Giolla Bhríde Ceann Ábhair/Head of DepartmentCárágh Ní CholmáinNiamh Nic IonrachtaighLauren Ní FhairchloicheEacnamaíocht BaileBrónagh Nic an Lia Ceann Ábhair/Head of DepartmentCiarraí-Áine Ní RuanaidhDanielle Ní RiabhaighFSO/GairmthreoirAislín Ní Choinn Ceann Bliana/Year HeadEithne Nic an Bheatha LeasCB/Deputy HoYTiarnán Ó FaircheallaighDrámaíochtSuzanne Waring Ceann Ábhair/ Head of DepartmentMáire Mhic Dhomhnaill Ceann Bliana/Head of YearBríd Nic RoibeairdEolaíochtCaoimhín Mac Colaim Ceann Ábhair/Head of DepartmentCailín Ní Ruanaidh Comhordaitheoir TEIM +Gairmthreorach/STEM + CEIAG Co-ordinator Shannon Ní ChoinnPádraig de CléirCiar Nic RiocairdStairCaitlín Ní Ruanaidh Ceann Ábhair/HoDPádraig Mag RiabhaighPJ Ó PreithTierna Ní NéillGnó/TurasóireachtEoghan Ó Néill Ceann Bliana/Year HeadCeann Ábhair/HoDWayne Pickering Córa Ní Dhonnghaile[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 11

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12Foireann na Scoile 2020-21TFCRobbie Gamble Aodhán Ó DonnghaileDara Mac CoilleNuatheangacha Siobhán Nic Giolla EáinAnna Nic Giolla EoinTeicneolaíochtAngela Nic Conmhaoil Damien Mac ThiarnáinCeolMaedhbh Nic AindreasaGráinne Nic GiollaTacaíocht foghlamaMary Uí DhaimhínCiarán Ó Dochartaigh Noelle Ní BhraonáinMaura Mhic IonnrachtaighStephanie Uí EachaidhFionntán Ó MealláinRachael Uí BheaglaoichBríd Ní ChoisdealaFoireann NeamhtheagaiscNon-Teaching StaffMáirín Ní Dhuibhir LeabharlannaíLibrarianOifeagachScrúduithe/Examinations OfficerSparánaí/BursarBainisteoir na SpórtlainneDaithí Mag Uidhir Caoimhe Uí DhomhnaillRóisín Mhic An LiaSeán MistéilFoireann Riaracháin/Admin StaffTeicneoirí/TechniciansAn Fhoireann Airíoch/BuildingSupervisory StaffZoie Nic Amhalaí Róisín Nic SheáinConnie Nic RiadaSéamas Mac Giolla DomhnaighMícheál Mac SeáinPádraig Ó DeoráinSeán Ó hAinbheithSorcha Uí GhormlaithJames Ó MuireagáinCiarán Ó Fearaigh[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 12

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13Cúntóirí Foghlama agus TeagaiscTeaching and Learning AssistantsEstelle Nic EoinChristina Ní FhearaílCaitríona Nic An BheathaAisling Nic ConmhaoilLauren Nic CailínAisling Ní LoideáinLéann Mhic AlastairBrónach Nic AodhagáinCaitríona Ní ChorráinAoife Ní MhuirighLuíseach Ní Mhuirigh-SadlierEmma Ní MhuireagáinPearse Ó RuanaidhPádraig Mac RiadaRóisín Nic ArdailPól Mac GabhannPól Mac Cú UladhAidan MacTréinirChrissie Nic PhoilínBeth Ní MhuiríÁine Ní CheallaighOrlaith Ní CheallaighRachel Nic CailínSeán Mac An BheathaSeán Ó FearáinCiarán Mac AnnaBarra Mac SeáinCiarán Ó CrothairTiernán Mac DaibhíMairéad Ní Choinn Méabh Ní MhaolchallanÉadaoin Nic an DéaganaighDearbhail LigéadConnlaoi TáilliúirSeamus Mac DónaillMicheál Ó DálaighGearóid Mac AonghasaÁine Ní EacháinKathy Ní ChonaillTarlach BarclaighAmy Nic AibhistínJoe Mac An FhailíRyan-Pól Ó CeallacháinBronagh Ní ChrothairAislinn-Rose BhreathnachToni-Leigh Ní FhionnagáinCaoimhe Ní ChoinnFearghal Ó DonnghaileRóise Adams WalshTerri Nic PhóilínCathal Mac Giolla EoinKatie Rose MiachClár Nic IonrachtaighJude Mac ÍomhairRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 13

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14An Ghaeilge i bhfeidhmIs mian le Coláiste Feirste cuidiú leis na daltaí abhféiniúlacht agus a gcultúr sainiúil féin a thuigbheáil agusa cheiliúradh agus tá sainmheon Gaelach na scoile lárnachsan aidhm seo. Is scoil lán-Ghaeilge é Coláiste Feirste, is ían Ghaeilge an uirlis is tábhachtaí in oideachas na ndaltaí.Caithfidh siad a gcuid féin a dhéanamh den Ghaeilge lelinn a saoil scoile chun barr maise a chur á n-oideachasagus chun cur le foghlaim na ndaltaí eile. Cothaíonn anColáiste timpeallacht chuí agus cuireann sé imeachtaí arsiúl chun na daltaí a spreagadh le bheith ag labhairt naGaeilge.Tá an scoil ag dúil le tuismitheoirí tacú linn leis meonGaelach a spreagadh agus a dhaingniú sna daltaí agus curina luí orthu a thábhachtaí atá riail agus stádas na Gaeilgesa Choláiste.Gaeilge in practiceColáiste Feirste seeks to help pupils understand andcelebrate their own distinct identity and culture and theGaelic ethos of the school is central to this aim. As it is anIrish Medium school, the Irish language is the mostimportant tool for the pupils’ education and they areconstantly encouraged to make Irish their first languageand use it throughout the school day in order to enhancetheir own educational potential and facilitate the learningprocess of their peers. We create an environment andorganise a range of events to encourage the pupils tospeak Irish throughout the school.Our expectation is that parents support us in nurturingand consolidating the Gaelic ethos among pupils topersuade them of the importance of the language inschool life.[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 14

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15TréadchúramAimsigh an sonas, a deir muid agus na daltaí linn ar CholáisteFeirste, scoil ina spreagtar na daltaí bheith cineálta dóibh féinagus do dhaoine eile. Is cúis áthais dúinn i mbliana go bhfuilmuid ag obair i gcomhpháirtíocht le hOspís LeanaíThuaisceart Éireann a bhfuil feachtas nua á lainseáil acu, ‘Is FiúAn Cineáltas.’ Tá muid ag dúil go mór le tacú leo agus letuiscint na ndaltaí ar an bhunchloch daonna seo a fhorbairtagus muid ag foghlaim. Tá tréadchúram an dalta i gcroílár na scoile. Féachann muid lehatmaisféar a chruthú ina mothaíonn na daltaí ar a gcompordagus sábháilte: - ina mothaíonn siad go bhfuil tábhacht agusfiúntas mór leo mar dhaoine óga agus ina spreagtar iad lescileanna saoil a fhorbairt i dtimpeallacht shlán agus fholláin. Agus é ar scoil, is é an múinteoir foirme an chéad teagmháildon dalta, agus déanfar monatóireacht ar leas sóisialta,fisiceach agus intleachtúil an dalta faoi stiúr an Chinn Bhliana.Ba mhaith linn go mbeidh freastal ag na daltaí ar aisteartréadchúraim spreagúil agus éifeachtach agus oibríonn muidle heagraíochtaí seachtracha ar leith nuair is cuí.Tá guth an tuismitheora lárnach, agus fáiltíonn muid roimhaon mholadh nó aon bhuairimh uaibh a chuirfeas leis anaistear seo, ach teagmháil a dhéanamh leis an fhoireanntréadchúraim.Iompar don FhoghlaimBa mhaith linn go mbeadh ár ndaltaí spreagtha agus réidh lefoghlaim, agus is annamh a dhéanann siad amhlaidh murabhfuil siad sásta. Is inár bpolasaí Iompar don Fhoghlaim achuirtear seo in iúl. Creideann muid i gcaidrimh dhearfacha,maidir le coimhlint a sheachaint, agus i dtiomantas dochleachtais aisiríocha. Tá cur chun cinn an dea-iompair agusPastoral CareFind the joy, is what we ask our pupils to do, here in ColáisteFeirste, a school where students are encouraged to be kind tothemselves and others. This year we are delighted to work inpartnership with the Northern Ireland Children's Hospice whohave launched a new campaign, 'Kindness Counts.’ We lookforward to supporting them and exploring the tangiblelearning opportunities kindness presents.The pupil's pastoral care is at the heart of the school. We aimto create an atmosphere where students feel comfortable andsafe: - in which they feel of great importance and value asyoung people and are encouraged to develop life skills in asafe and healthy environment. As well as a duty of care to ourchildren, we are sectorally leading in our bespoke approach topastoral care. During their time in Coláiste Feirste, the form teacher will actas first contact for pupils and will monitor the pastoral well-being of pupils under the direction of the year head. We workwith external agencies, when appropriate, to maximize thepositive pastoral journey of all pupils. Parental voice is central to this progress, and we encourageyou to contact us with any suggestions or concerns whichmay improve this journey for your child. Behaviour for LearningTo learn and to be inspired to learn is a central mantra inColáiste Feirste, and no child will learn if they are not happyand content. Therefore, Coláiste Feirste has created a pastoralprogramme which incorporates our Behaviour for Learningpolicy. This is a positive behaviour strategy based on positiverelationships, restorative practices and pre-emptive work onconflict. This promotes good behaviour rather than a negativefocus on rules and sanctions.AttendanceThere is a direct link between attendance and success, and weexpect our pupils to come to school, and in time. Weacknowledge excellence in attendance and punctualitythrough celebration and by presentation of certificates. Theoffice, form teacher or year head will contact home when therate of attendance is a concern. Pupils who are at risk offalling below 85% will be referred to the Education Authority’sEWO (Education and Welfare) Services. RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 15

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16SafeguardingEmer Mhic an Fhailí (Vice Principal) is the DesignatedTeacher for the Protection of Children and Siobhán NicGiolla Eáin is the Deputy Child Protection Officer. All CPcases will be treated confidentially, and the relevantlegislation will be adhered to in all cases. All staff havetrained in child protection and this training is doneannually. If a staff member is concerned that a pupil issuffering abuse or neglect, he will immediately bringthis concern to the named teacher. Teachers are notobliged to seek any information from parents/carers orany other family member.Anti-Bullying PolicyColáiste Feirste’s Anti-Bullying Policy aims to preventand address any form of bullying. We adhere to all DEpolicies and guidelines, incorporating their cleardefinitions of what constitutes bullying. Coláiste Feirstetakes every accusation of bullying very seriously.Allegations of bullying will be dealt with by the PastoralTeam according to the school’s Anti-Bullying Policy, acopy of which is available on the school website.A range of policies are available on the schoolwebsite www.colaistefeirste.organ chaidrimh ríthábhachtach, agus tá muid follasach inár n-ionchais,mar atá muid le smachtbhannaí agus iarmhairtí don drochiompar.TinreamhTá ceangal díreach idir rath agus tinreamh agus tá Coláiste Feirste agsúil leis na daltaí bheith istigh agus in am. Déanfar tinreamh maithna ndaltaí a aithint le teastais agus le ceiliúradh. Déanfaidh an oifig,múinteoir foirme nó an ceann bliana teagmháil nuair atá rátatinrimh ina ábhar imní. Déanfar atreorú chuig an Bhord um LeasOideachais nuair a thiteann tinreamh an dalta faoi 85%. Cosaint PáistíIs í Emer Mhic an Fhailí, (Leas-Phríomhoide) an Múinteoir Ainmnithedo Chosaint Páiste agus is í Siobhán Nic Giolla Eáin an Leas-Oifigeach um Chosaint Páiste. Pléifear le gach cás faoi rún aguscloífear leis an reachtaíocht chuí i ngach cás. Tá oiliúint déanta aggach ball foirne maidir le cúrsaí chosaint páiste. Má bhíonn imní arbhall foirne go bhfuil dalta ag fulaingt drochíde nó neamart, cuirfidhsé an buaireamh in iúl don mhúinteoir ainmnithe láithreach. Níliachall ar na múinteoirí aon eolas a lorg ó thuismitheoirí/cúramaithená ó aon bhall teaghlaigh eile.An Polasaí Frith-thromaíochta Is aidhm leis an Pholasaí Frith-thromaíochta leasaithe cosc a chur aragus tabhairt faoi gach cineál tromaíochta. Tugann sé sainmhíniúsoiléir ar an iompar tromaíochta agus ar na straitéisí is cuí agus iséifeachtaí le tabhairt faoi mar aon leis an reachtaíocht chuí ónRoinn Oideachais. Caitheann Coláiste Feirste le líomhaintítromaíochta go han-dáiríre. Pléifidh an Fhoireann Tréadchúraim lelíomhaintí tromaíochta de réir Pholasaí Frith-thromaíochta na scoileagus tá cóip ar fáil ar shuíomh idirlín na scoile.Tá réimse polasaithe ar fail ar shuíomh idirlíne na scoilewww.colaistefeirste.org[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 16

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17Iompar don FhoghlaimCreideann muid gur chóir do na daltaí s’againne bheithspreagtha chun foghlama agus muiníneach san ábaltachts’acu féin; agus is gá dóibh bheith sona sásta lena dhéanamh.Chuige sin, cintíonn Coláiste Feirste smacht éifeachtach fríd árbpolasaí Iompar don Fhoghlaim. Is straitéis iompair dhearfachí bunaithe ar an dea-chaidreamh, cleachtas aisiríoch,seachaint coimhlinte agus cur chun cinn an dea-iompair in áitfócas diúltach ar na rialacha agus smachtbhannaí. Clúdaíonn ár bpolasaí gach gné den scoil a chuireann letimpeallacht dhearfach foghlama agus éiteas na scoile. Tátharag súil le go gcuideoidh gach ball de phobal na scoile letimpeallacht a chothú a chuireann leis an fhoghlaim bunaithear na dearbhphrionsabail seo, is iad siúd, cómheas, múineadhagus caoinfhulaingt.Na hAidhmeanna den Pholasaí ar an Iompar don Fhoghlaim: n an teanga agus an cultúr Gaelach a chur chun cinn n cur le foghlaim agus teagasc éifeachtach n timpeallacht ordúil taobh istigh den scoil agus sa phobalmáguaird a chothabháil n comhaontú gníomhach a fháil ó na múinteoirí, ónfhoireann tacaíochta agus ó thuismitheoirí / cúramóirí n bheith ag obair i gcomhpháirtíocht le tuismitheoirí /cúramóirí chun iompar agus dearcadh dearfach aspreagadhn guth an dalta a chur chun cinn i dtaca le hiompar donfhoghlaim agus na hionchais foghlama n dea-iompar agus gnóthachtáil a cheiliúradhn smachtbhannaí cuí a thabhairt ar an droch-iomparBehaviour for LearningTo learn and to be inspired to learn is a central mantra inColáiste Feirste, and no child will learn if they are not happyand content. Therefore, Coláiste Feirste has created a pastoralprogramme which incorporates our Behaviour for Learningpolicy. This is a positive behaviour strategy based on positiverelationships, restorative practices and pre-emptive work onconflict. This promotes good behaviour rather than a negativefocus on rules and sanctions. Our policy covers all aspects of the school that contribute toa positive learning environment and school ethos. Allmembers of the school are expected to help maintain anenvironment conducive to learning of which the fundamentaltenets are mutual respect, courtesy and tolerance. Aims of Positive Behaviour Policy:n to promote Gaelic culture and languagen to support effective learning and teachingn to contribute to mutual respectn to maintain an orderly environment both within theschool and the surrounding communityn to gain the agreement and active support of teachers,support staff and parents/carers n to work in partnership with parents/carers to encouragepositive behaviour and attitudesn to promote Pupil Voice in regard to Behaviour for Learningexpectations and rewardsn to reward good behaviour and achievementn to sanction poor behaviour appropriatelyRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 17

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18Ag Spreagadh na Foghlama AN CURACLAMCuirtear curaclam cothrom agus leathan ar fáil ina mbíonndeis agus dúshlán roimh gach dalta tabhairt faoin fhoghlaim.Chítear an ról lárnach atá ag ár bpobal thart orainn chun tacúleis an timpeallacht foghlama i gColáiste Feirste agus frídathláinseáil an tsuímh idirlín scoile tá tuismitheoirí in annaistear foghlama an dalta a leanstan agus a thuigbheáil.Rinneadh forbairt shuntasach ar an tsoláthar foghlama ar línei 2020-2021 fríd Google Classroom, a leasaíonn na deiseannafoghlama dár ndaltaí. Cuireann sé seo ar á gcumas foghlaimgo neamhspleách agus iad féin a ullmhú mar fhoghlaimeoiríéifeachtacha. Curaclam EC3Trí oideolaíochtaí don tumoideachas, measúnú chun foghlamaagus foghlaim nasctha tras-ábhair, tugtar deiseanna foghlamado na daltaí úinéireacht a thabhairt ar a gcuid foghlama lemuinín agus bród. Cláracha breise – ag tapú gach deis: n Forbraítear na scileanna TEIM fríd na hábhair iomchuí (AnEolaíocht, An Mhatamaitic, TFC agus an Teicneolaíocht)agus fríd deiseanna seach-curaclam eile atá eagraithe agan Chomhoirdaitheoir TEIM. n Is féidir le daltaí ceachtanna aonair a dhéanamh donphianó, don ghiotár, don fhidil, don chonsairtín, donUcailéile agus uirlisí eile nach iad. n Tugtar deis do na daltaí i mBliain a 9 GCSE Irish a bhaintamach. n Déanann na daltaí i mBliain a 10 Clár Hype a thugannoideachas do na daoine óga ar shláinte agus folláin maidirleis an atáirgeadh agus gnéas.Cultivating a Culture of Learningthrough IrishCURRICULUMIt is the primary aim of Coláiste Feirste to provide first-classeducation through the medium of Irish. We are committed tothe educational needs of every pupil – in order to help themdevelop the understanding, the skills and the personal valuesrequired to live a happy and successful life.We value the role and influence parents and the widercommunity have on inspiring and motivating our pupils tolearn. We strive to build upon Coláiste Feirste as a learningcommunity for all and our school website has evolved tosupport parents in the learning journey of their child. In addition, developments to our online learning provision in2020-2021 have been central in our whole school approachto the changing educational environment. Through our onlineplatform, Google Classroom, we endeavour to enrich thelearning experiences of our pupils. This aims to create moreindependent, inspired and resilient learners. The KS3 CurriculumThe learning journey at KS3 in Coláiste Feirste begins with avaried and challenging curriculum, designed to develop a widevariety of skills, and stimulate an eagerness to learn. Throughinteractive pedagogies bespoke to immersive education,assessment for learning and connected cross-curricularlearning, teaching opportunities are provided to equip thepupils with ownership of their own learning throughconfidence and pride. Maximising Learning Opportunitiesn pupils’ skills and innovative talents are developed boththrough the discrete STEM subjects (Science, Technology,Engineering, Maths) and through specific extra-curricularprojects organised by our STEM Co-ordinator.n Pupils can avail of opportunities within and outside classto develop their music talents, for example we currentlyoffer classes in piano, violin, concertina and ukulelen Pupils gain an extra qualification by taking their Irish GCSEin Year 9.n Personal development – pupils learn about health andwellbeing, including reproduction and sexual healththrough our Year 10 Hype programme.[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 18

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19Curaclam EC4TGM Tá dul chun cinn iontach déanta ag an scoil le blianta beagaanuas maidir le torthaí TGM. Is aidhm linn leanstan leis anrathúlacht amach anseo.Ag Eochairchéim 4 (Blianta 11-12) tá rogha de 30 ábhar ag nadaltaí (faoi mar a leagtar síos sa Chreat Teidlíochta). Tá clár chun feabhais cuimsitheach i bhfeidhm ar leas dhaltaíEC4:n Eagraítear ceardlanna scileanna stáidéir go rialta;n Cuirtear ranganna breise sna hábhair riachtanacha ar fáilgo seachtainiúil;n Seoltar tuairiscí ar dhul chun cinn an dalta chuigtuismitheoirí;n Socraítear agallaimh phearsanta do dhaltaí agustuismitheoirí i mBliain 11 agus i mBliain 12 le beartúspriocanna foghlama a aontú.Curaclam EC5Séú FoirmIn Eochairchéim 5, tairgeann Coláiste Feirste rogha de 18 n-ábhar ag leibhéal 3 agus réimse de chúrsaí gairmiúla agLeibhéal 2/3. Tá muid ag dúil le cur leis na roghanna seo, deréir mhianaidhmeanna, ábaltachtaí agus riachtanais nandaltaí. Lena chois sin, tá deis ag daltaí TGM a athdhéanamhagus clár de shaibhriú curaclaim agus d’fhorbairt phearsanta adhéanamh. Cúrsaí Gairmeacha – i gcomhpháirt le Gaelchúrsaín NVQ Leibhéal 2 Cúram, Foghlaim agus Forbairt Leanaín ILM L.2 Meantóireacht do na Foghlaimeoirí Ógan ILM L.2 Ceannaireacht Foirnen ILM L.3 Scileanna Ceannaireachta agus Gnón WJEC L.2 FáilteachasThe KS4 CurriculumGCSEThe school has made excellent progress with regard to GCSEresults in recent years. It is our aim to build on this success inthe coming years.At Key Stage 4 (Years 11-12) pupils have a choice of 30 GCSEsubjects (as specified in the Entitlement Framework)A comprehensive support programme has been implementedto benefit KS4 pupils: n Study skills workshops are provided for pupils and theirparents; n After school support classes are organised to meet thecontrolled assessment and revision needs of students;n Study facilities for individual revision are provided afterschool; n End of term progress reports are sent to parents;n Individual interviews are arranged for all Year 11 and Year12 students and parents to set pupil learning targets; The KS5 CurriculumSixth FormAt Key Stage 5 Coláiste Feirste offers a choice of 19 subjectsat Level 3 and a range of vocational subjects at Level 2/3. Weplan to add to these choices according to the interests andneeds of the pupils. In addition, pupils have the opportunityto repeat GCSEs in key subjects and to follow a programme ofcurriculum enrichment and personal development. Thefollowing subjects are offered:Vocational courses in partnership with Gaelchúrsaín NVQ Level 2 Diploma for Children’s Care, Learning andDevelopmentn OCN Peer Mentoringn ILM Level 2 Team Leadingn ILM Level 2 Mentoring for Young Learnersn ILM Level 3 Leadership and Management Skillsn WJEC Level 2 HospitalitRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 14:59 Page 19

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22An tIonad Tacaíochta Foghlama Cad a tharlaíonn san Ionad?Is seirbhís é an tIonad i ndáiríre a bhuanaíonn ar fud nascoile. Mar áit, déanann daltaí i gColáiste Feirste cur síos ar antIonad mar thearmann nó mar áit shábháilte. Le cead ómhúinteoirí, tógann daltaí am san Ionad ar go leor cúiseannaéagsúla. I gClub Lóin Eochairchéim 3 agus Eochairchéim 4san Ionad aithnítear daltaí laethúla a fhreastalaíonn ar anchumann seo tríd an fhoireann tréadchúraim agus is féidir leorochtain a fháil le Pas Ionaid.Tacaíocht Foghlama Cuireann múinteoirí Ciarán Ó Dochartaigh & Noelle NíBhraonáin, tacaíocht ghrúpa bheag ar fáil don Ghaeilge agusdon Bhéarla do dhaltaí i mBliain 8 agus 9. Tá ranganna tharbarr ar fáil don tacaíocht uimhearthachta le Rachel UíBheaglaoich. Cuireann sí tacaíocht uimhearthachta agus clubam lóin ar fáil laistigh de Roinn na Matamaitice do dhaltaí imBliain 8 agus 9. Cuirimid tacaíocht 1-1 ar fáil do roinnt dárndaltaí le disléicse trí Bríd Ní Choisdeála. Déanann Brídidirchaidreamh le múinteoirí agus tuismitheoirí freisin agusdéanann sí measúnú ar dhaltaí a mbeadh socruithe rochtanade dhíth orthu le haghaidh scrúduithe seachtracha. Chuirmuid fáilte roimh Fhionntán Ó Mealláin chuig an fhoireann imbliana. Tá Mary, an CoRSO, ag obair le Fionntán chunpróiseas aitheantais soiléir a mhionchoigeartú. Cuirtearmeasúnuithe bonnlíne i gcrích agus déantar anailís orthu lenachinntiú gur roghnaigh muid na daltaí cearta chun leas abhaint as na hidirghabhálacha cuí laistigh den Ionad.An Fhoireann Tacaíochta. Cuidíonn ár gcúntóirí ranga lepáistí lena gcuid oibre agus cuireann siad tacaíocht ar fáil sarang agus san Ionad araon. Coinníonn siad a gcuid scileannasuas chun dáta agus freastalaíonn siad ar oiliúint arDiaibéiteas, Disléicse an Uathachais chomh maith leis nariachtanais eile. Gníomhaireachtaí Seachtracha Baineann an tIonad leas as tacaíocht shaineolach óghníomhaireachtaí lasmuigh do chuid de riachtanais níoscasta ár ndaltaí. Is éard atá i gceist leis na seirbhísí seo náSeirbhís Síceolaíochta Oideachais EA, Tacaíocht Iompair,Comhairleoir Uathachais, Tacaíocht Litearthachta agus For-rochtain Naomh Gearóid. Tá an t-ádh orainn go bhfuil go leoreagraíochtaí agus carthanachtaí maoinithe ag an phobal agcur na huirlisí a theastaíonn uathu chun freastal ar andeacrachtaí ar fáil dár ndaltaí.Learning Support CentreWhat happens in the Ionad?Whilst we refer to this as a centre, The Ionad is actually aservice that permeates throughout the school.As a place, pupils in Coláiste Feirste describe the Ionad asa sanctuary or a safe-place. With permission fromteachers, pupils take time in the Ionad for many differentreasons. There is a Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 LunchClub in the Ionad daily pupils who attend this club areidentified through the pastoral team and can access witha Pas Ionaid. Learning Support. Teachers Ciarán Ó Dochartaigh &Noelle Ní Bhraonáin, offer small group support for Irishand English for pupils in Year 8 and 9. Rachel UíBheaglaoich has a brilliant Maths suite where she providesnumeracy support and a lunch-time club within the mathsdepartment for pupils in Year 8 and 9. We offer bespoke1-1 support to a number of our pupils with dyslexiathrough Bríd Ní Choisdeála. Bríd also liases with teachersand parents and assesses pupils who may need accessarrangements for exams. We have welcomed Fionntán ÓMealláin to the team this year. Mary is working withFionntán to fine-tune a clear identification process.Baseline assessments are completed and analysed toensure that we chose the correct pupils to avail of theappropriate interventions within the Ionad.Our amazing Assistants Our Classroom Assistants helpchildren with their work and provide support both in-classand in the Ionad. They keep their skills up-to-date andattend training on Diabetes, Autism Dyslexia, and Gifted &Talented. External AgenciesThe Ionad avails of expert support from outside agenciesfor some of the more complex needs of our pupils. Theseservices involve EA Education Psychology Service,Behaviour Support, Autism Advisory, Literacy Support andSt. Gerard’s Outreach. We are lucky to have manycommunity-funded organisations and charities providingour pupils with the tools they need to cater to theirdifficulties.[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 22

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23An Nead (Ionad Cumarsáide Sóisialta)M'anam! A leithéid d’áis don scoil. Is í seo an ceathrú bliain do Maura agusEstelle inár nIonad Aithrise Sóisialta iontach Eochairchéim 3. Tá sé deimhnitheag an Údarás Oideachais i mbliana gur soláthar buan é seo anois. Tá sédeimhnithe acu freisin go mbeidh soláthar buan Eochairchéim 4 againn agus gobhfuil an obair ar siúl faoi láthair. Tá sé cruthaithe tá sé seo fíorluachmhar maidirle dul chun cinn na ndaltaí atá sa Nead faoi láthair. Tá sé dírithe ar riachtanaisshonracha leanaí le ASD a bhfuil Ráiteas RSO acu. Bíonn an deis ag ár ndaltaí saNead úsáid a bhaint as na seomraí ciúine/céadfacha agus gluaiseachta agusúsáideann siad criosanna chun a gcuid mothúchán a rialú. Táimid buíoch riamhdár gcairde sna stáit, Mary's Gift as a síntiúis fhlaithiúla, atá á n-úsáid againnchun an seomra iontach seo a fhorbairt. D'éascaigh Maura Nead Yoga, TeiripeEalaíne, Ceol, Feirm Naomh Sheamáis, Gairdín an Phobail agus Spóirt i mbliana.Is breá le gach duine an soláthar nua seo!Is breá linn ceiliúradh á dhéanamh ar rath ár ndaltaí agus ar an dul chun cinn adhéanann siad. Is é buaicphointe a mbliana ná 'Bronnadh an Ionaid' bliantúil. Aran lá seo bíonn 'Lá Spraoi' againn agus gníomhaíochtaí ann do dhaltaí a bhfuilgach cumas acu taitneamh a bhaint astu, tugtar luach saothair do na daltaí agan deireadh le teastais agus trófaithe mar aitheantas ar an obair chrua i rith nabliana leis na grúpaí tacaíochta inmheánacha agus seachtracha.An Nead (Social Communication Centre)Wow! What an asset to the school. This is the fourth year for Maura andEstelle in our amazing Key Stage 3 Social Commuication Centre. The EducationAuthority has confirmed this year that this is now a permanent provision.They have also confirmed that we will have a permanent Key Stage 4 provisionfor the pupils also and the work is currently underway. This has proven to beinvaluable to the progress of the pupils who are currently placed in theprovision. It is aimed towards specific needs of children with ASD who have aStatement of SEN. Our children in the Nead (“nest”) get to use thequiet/sensory and movement rooms and utilise zones to regulate theiremotions. We are ever grateful to our stateside friends, Mary’s Gift for theirgenerous donations, which we are using to further furnish this fabulous room.Maura has facilitated Nead Yoga, Art Therapy, Music, St. Jame’s Farm, Gairdínan Phobal and Sports this year. Everyone adores this new provision!We believein celebrating the success of our pupils and the progress they make. Thehighlight of their year is the annual ‘Bronnadh an Ionaid’. On this day we havea ‘Fun Day’ and there are activities for pupils of all abilities to enjoy, the pupilsare rewarded at the end with certificates and trophies in recognition of thehard work throughout the year with the internal and external support groups.Please come and see us or give us a call if you need more information. Give usa like on our Facebook page, Ionad Tacaíochta Choláiste Feirste! Alternatively,contact the school office and ask to speak to our SENCo, Mary Uí Dhaimhín.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 23

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24OIDEACHAS GAIRMTHREORACHTá Coláiste Feirste tiomanta do sholáthar den scoth maidir leisan Ghairmthreoir agus leis an oideachas don Infhostaitheacht.Baineann sé seo leis an eolas agus leis na scileanna le cinntí adhéanamh maidir le bealaí sa tsaol.Lena chois seo tugann muid isteach sa scoil sainghrúpaíseachtracha le saibhriú a dhéanamh ar ár gcuid cláracha féin.Mar shampla tagann Oifigeach Gairmthreorach de chuid anRoinn Fiontair agus Foghlama (RFF) chuig an scoil gachseachtain le hagallaimh a chur ar gach dalta i mBliain12 faoinarogha gairme. Téann an scoil i ngreim le héascaitheoirí oiliúnaseachtracha agus freastalaímid ar Aonaigh Oibre chun eolassuas chun an dáta a thabhairt do dhaltaí. Bíonn laethanta scileanna agallaimh eagraithe ag an scoil nuaira thagann daoine ón phobal isteach sa scoil chun cuidiú agustacaíocht a thabhairt do na daltaí maidir le hullmhúchánagallaimh.CAREERS EDUCATIONColáiste Feirste is committed to providing high qualityCareers Guidance and education for employability for ourpupils. This comprises both the knowledge and the skills tomake informed decisions about pathways in life.In addition, we bring in specialist outside groups to furtherenrich these classes. For example, the Careers Officer fromthe Department of Enterprise and Learning (DEL) visits theschool each week to conduct interviews with every pupil inYear 12 about their chosen career.The school also engageswith external training providers and attend work fairs andopen days to provide the students with up-to-dateinformation. There is also interview skills days organised by the schoolwhere Professionals come into the school to assist pupils withpreparations for interview. [v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 24

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25Scoileanna Sínte agus imeachtaí seach-churaclaimExtended Schools Ag tacú le foghlaim, samhlaíocht agus stíl shláintiúilmhaireachtála Le cois ardchaighdeán oideachais acadúil a sholáthar, tugannColáiste Feirste faoinár gcuid daltaí a fhorbairt mar dhaoineiomlánacha – ina n-intinn, ina gcorp agus ina gcroí. Chuigesin, eagraímid réimse leathan d’imeachtaí taobh amuigh dentseomra ranga chun scileanna, dearcthaí, luachannapearsanta agus féinmhuinín a chothú sna daltaí – agus arndóigh le go dtig leo sult agus siamsaíocht a bhaint astu.Is é an phríomhaidhm ná tearcghnóthachtáil a laghdú agusféidearthachtaí saoil páistí agus daoine óga a fheabhsú.Supporting Learning,Creativity and Healthy LifestylesAs well as providing first class academic opportunities to ourstudents, Coláiste Feirste takes a holistic approach to workwith young people in a community development context. Tothis end a wide range of activities are organised to encouragethe development of skills, attitudes, values and self-confidence- as well as providing opportunities for fun andleisure. The overall objective is to reduce underachievement andimprove the life chances of children and young people.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 25

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26Is iad na cuspóirí:n Bheith folláin;n Bheith ag baint suilt, ag foghlaim agus ag gnóthachtáil;n Maireachtáil faoi shábhailteacht agus faoi sheasmhacht;n Folláine timpeallachta agus geilleagair bheith annn Páirt dhearfach a imirt sa tsochaí agus sa phobalCuireann Scoileanna Sínte imeachtaí éagsúla ar siúl atá agcloí le spriocanna Phlean Forbartha na Scoile. Tá CumannBricfeasta, imeachtaí tacaíochta don fhoghlaim i ndiaidh amscoile agus imeachtaí iarscoile spóirt agus só don aos óg. Táclár ann do thuismitheoirí agus d’úsáid na scoile ag anphobal.Tá fianaise láidir ann a léiríonn an tionchar dearfach atá agseirbhísí sínte ar spreagadh, iompar agus foghlaim na ndaltaí.Mar gheall air seo, tá feabhas suntasach ag teacht arghnóthachtáil ár ndaltaí, go háirithe iad siúd atá faoimhíbhuntáiste. Tá teaghlaigh agus an pobal ag baint tairbheas an chlár seo fosta mar go bhfuil teacht acu ar réimse níosleithne de dheiseanna a ardaíonn leibhéal mianaidhme.Cuirimid fáilte roimh gach dalta theacht agus bheithpáirteach agus go háirithe iad siúd nach mbíonn páirteach inimeachtaí mar seo de ghnáth. Tá sé ríthábhachtach gondéanann daoine óga a thagann go Coláiste Feirste alánacmhainneacht a chomhlíonadh agus go mbíonneispéireas taitneamhach acu ar scoil. Tugann na heagraíochtaí seo a leanas maoiniú do ScoileannaSínte: Roinn an Oideachais agus OÚ, Cnuasghrúpa ScoileannaSínte na bhFál, Foras na Gaeilge.The Outcomes are:n Being Healthyn Enjoying, Learning and Achievingn Living in Safety and with Stabilityn Experiencing Economic and Environmental WellBeingn Contributing Positively to Community and Society.Extended Schools provide various activities linked withthe School Development Plan. There is a Breakfast Club,extra tuition, mentoring and transition support, after-school youth, sport and leisure activities, supportprogrammes for parents and community use of theschool building. There is increasingly strong evidence showing thepositive impact of extended services on children’smotivation, behaviour and engagement with learning.This is beginning to yield real improvements inattainment, particularly for the most disadvantagedpupils. Families and local communities are benefitingtoo, through access to a wider range of opportunitieswhich, in turn, raise aspirations.All pupils are welcome to join and we particularly wantto invite those who might not normally attend extendedschool activities because it is vital to us that all theyoung people who attend Coláiste Feirste achieve theirpotential and have a very enjoyable experience atschool.Extended Schools is generously supported by DENI andEA Extended SchoolsGreater Falls Extended Schools Cluster, Foras na Gaeilgeand Sport NI.[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 26

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27Spórt sa CholáisteCuireann Coláiste Feirste an-bhéim ar an spórt agus ar anchorpoideachas. Tapaímid deiseanna forbartha pearsanta frídna ranganna Corpoideachais le linn am scoile, agus fríd clárspóirt agus clubanna i ndiaidh am scoile, mar shampla frídscoileanna sínte.Tá Corpoideachas ina ábhar riachtanach ar scoil. Is féidirCorpoideachas a roghnú fosta mar ábhar TGM ina dhéanannna daltaí staidéar ar stíleanna maireachtála cothroma agus antsláinte aonair, idir fhisiceach, mheabhrach agus shóisialta. Agiar16 is féidir Ard Leibhéal Spórt a bhaint amach. Úsáideann daltaí Choláiste Feirste an Ghaeilge mar mhodhcumarsáide na himeartha. Ar an dóigh seo, tá próiseas nafoghlama beo ar an pháirc, agus téarmaíocht nua in úsáidnach mbeadh le cluinstin i seomra ranga.Tá níos mó ná dáréag sa scoil ag obair ar chur chun cinn nagcluichí Gaelacha, agus imreoir Aontroma Pádraig Mac GiollaBhríde ar an stiúir. Tá múinteoirí na foirne seo ag tógáil arobair na mblianta agus ar an dul chun cinn atá déanta acuionas gur féidir leo ardchaighdeán imeartha a bhaint amach.Sport in Coláiste FeirsteColáiste Feirste places a high emphasis on sport and physicaleducation. We maximise opportunities for personaldevelopment through PE classes and through the sports’ andclubs’ programme after school, for example throughextended schools.PE is a compulsory subject in the school. PE can also bechosen as a subject at GCSE in which pupils study balancedlifestyles and individual health, both physical, mental andsocial. At post16 pupils can study A Level Sport. Central to our celebration of identity and culture is Gaelicgames, with the students using Irish on the field and as theyplay. This allows learning to continue on the field as they areplaying, learning new terminology they would not otherwisemeet in the classroom.Patrick Mac Giolla Bhríde, current Antrim Seniorfootballer,leads a strong team of teachers who coach Gaelicgames in the school. Coláiste Feirste take part in all UlsterSchools competitions and have achieved notable success inrecent years with both boys and girls football teams,RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 27

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28Glacann Coláiste Feirste páirt sna comórtais a eagraíonnScoileanna Uladh i ngach cóid de chuid an CLG, agus d’éirighgo geal le foireann na mbuachaillí agus le foireann na gcailíníblianta beaga anuas. Ar feadh na mblianta, bhain foirne scoilegradaim Ghairmscoileanna Aontroma agus bhain siad leoroinnt corn i gcluichí ceannais Chúige Uladh.Bhain foireannpeile na gcailíní Craobh Uladh i 2020. Tá a lán imeachtaí seach-churaclaim ar fáil d’achan dalta indiaidh am scoile ar Choláiste Feirste. Tá foirne againn agachan aois ghrúpa do Pheil Ghaelach, Iománaíocht, Peil namBan, Camógaíocht, Liathróid láimhe agus Sacar. CuirimidLúthchleasaíocht ar fáil d’achan dalta chomh maith. Bíonntraenáil ann achan lá sa tseachtain le cinntiú go bhfuil daltaís’againne ábalta spóirt dhifriúla a imirt.Tá daltaí Choláiste Feirste ag gnóthachtáil na ngradamscothréalt Scoileanna Uladh fosta – an onóir spóirt is airde saChúige. Fuair Niall Mac Cionnaith, Peter Mac Cailín agusDubhaltach Mac Aoidh-Baicéir an gradam don iomáint imblianta seo caite. Fuair Blaithín Nic Cathail an gradam dopheil na mBán dhá bhlian i ndiaidh a chéile (2021 agus2022). Bronnadh gradam scothréalt Scoileanna Aontroma arincluding The Mallon Cup in Gaelic football and the McFaulCup in previous years. In 2020 our senior Ladies GaelicFootball team were crowned Ulster Champions.We have a wide range of extra-curricular activities availablefor every student at Coláiste Feirste, including Gaelic football,hurling, ladies’ football, camogie, soccer, handball andathletics. There is training after school, every day of the week,to ensure our students have the chance to play differentsports. Coláiste Feirste accolades include Ulster Schools’ All-StarAwards – the highest sporting honour in the province. NiallMac Cionnaith, Peter McCallin and Dubhaltach Mac Aoidh-Baicéir were awarded an All-Star Award in Hurling previously.Current pupil Blaithín Nic Cathail has won back-to-back Allstar awards at senior ladies level in 2021 and 2022. ColáisteFeirste also received a total of 6 Gaelfast Antrim SchoolsAllstar awards for pupils in Years 8 and 10. These All-Stars areyet more evidence of the commitment and high standards insport at Coláiste Feirste. DALTAÍ BL8 AGUS 10 ABHUAIGHSCOTHRÉALTAONTROM 2022 Year 8 and Year 10pupils who achievedUlster GAA All-StarAwards 2022.Bliain 8 Year 8SÉAN Ó RIAiN | SÉANÓ CUINNEAGÁIN |ETHAN Ó FEARAILBliain 10 Year 10FIONN Ó BRANNUIBH| NATHAN MACCIONAOITH CHRISTOPHER MACROIBEAIRD[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 28

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29sheisear daltaí i mBliain 8 agus 10 comh maith. Is léiriú iad nagradaim scothréalta seo ar an díograis agus ar anardchaighdeán spóirt i gColáiste Feirste.Is cinnte gur thacaigh Gaelfast, tionscnamh suaitheanta dechuid an CLG i mBéal Feirste, go mór le bua an spóirt sa scoilagus Sna clubanna máguaird. Áiseanna nua spóirtIs é an dul chun cinn is mó atá le feiceáil ag Coláiste Feirsteféin ná oscailt Spórtlann na hÉireann in 2018. Tá deis ag nadaltaí úsáid a bhaint as na háiseanna seo le linn an lae, agusfáilte roimh chách chun na Spórtlainne san oíche. Táathbheochan iomlán déanta ar sheansuíomh Shólann Ard nabhFeá agus anois tá hallaí gleacaíochta, seomraí traenálaagus seomraí feistis ann. Taobh amuigh, tá láthair ilspóirt 3Gagus páirc imeartha CLG fosta atá inchurtha le páirc imearthaar bith in Éirinn. Sa bhreis air sin, tógadh foirgneamh liathróidláimhe den scoth. Tá an tionscadal tógala seo ag soláthardeiseanna iontacha spórt dár ndaltaí, pobal na CeathrúnGaeltachta agus an pobal áitiúil.Tá Coláiste Feirste tiomanta le deiseanna a sholáthar dárndaltaí barrfheabhas a bhaint amach sa spórt. Tá an fhís, naháiseanna, an fhoireann agus an saineolas againn nadeiseanna spóirt seo a úsáid le sláinte agus folláin ár bpobalscoile iomlán a chur chun cinn.The support received from the Gaelfast project, Belfast’sflagship GAA initiative, has helped to further develop thetalent within the school and its numerous feeder clubs.New Sports FacilitiesOne of the most important developments in recent years hasbeen the opening ofSpórtlann na hÉireann, a state-of-the-artsports facility which has revitalised the sporting scene in theschool and the wider West Belfast area.Opened in 2018, as well as an impressive indoor area, thecentre boasts a full sized 4G GAA pitch, sports halls, a gym,handball complex and changing facilities. Students have fulluse of facilities during school hours and the public havingaccess in the evening. As a school community, we areextremely proud of this project which offers wonderfulopportunities both to our pupils, the Gaeltacht Quarter, ourwider community and beyond. Coláiste Feirste is committed to providing all our pupils withopportunities to excel in sport. We have the vision, thefacilities, the staff and expertise to utilise sportingopportunities to promote the health and well-being of ourentire school community. We also continue to inspire andinstil the ideals of Irish identity and culture amongst itsstudents, and every opportunity is given to students todevelop themselves both on and off the field of play.RÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 29

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30Scrúduithe seachtracha 2019-2022Tá na leibhéil ghnóthachtála dalta ar Choláiste Feirste ar natorthaí is fearr ag TGM agus Ardleibhéal i measc scoileannaneamhroghnacha sa tuaisceart. Tá na torthaí TGM Mata (57%)agus Béarla (88%) an-mhaith ar fad. Seo thíos na leibhéilghnóthachtála a bhain na daltaí s’againn amach le trí blianaanuas.Torthaí TGM (2019-2022)External exams 2019-2022Pupil performance levels at Choláiste Feirste areconsistently among the top non-selective schools in termsof benchmarking, both at GCSE and at A-level. Maths(57%) and English (88%) results at GCSE are excellent. Thefollowing are the attainment levels for our pupils over thelast three years.Year 12 GCSE Results (2019 – 2022)Gráid (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 20225 + A* - C 84 94 93 885 + A* - G 98 98 97 100Líon daltaí 106 102 118 99Grades (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 20225 + A* - C 84 94 93 885 + A* - G 98 98 97 100Number of Pupils 106 102 118 99[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 30

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32NB. Soláthraíonn Coláiste Feirste dhá chonair go dtí ant-oideachas 3ú leibhéal: (a) an chonair 3-4 Ardleibhéal arghnóthaigh 100% acu 2 nó níos mó Ardleibhéal ar ghráidA-E (an tagarmharc do na scoileanna neamhroghnacha);agus (b) an chonair ghairmeach ar ghnóthaigh na daltaí,le cois na gcáilíochtaí gairmeacha, grád maith inardleibhéal Gaeilge. Tugtar an ghnóthachtáil don chonairardleibhéil thuas agus an ghnóthachtáil donbhlianghrúpa iomlán idir lúibíní. In 2022 fuair 100% dena daltaí 2+ A-E agus 67% 3+ A*-C.Torthaí TGO A2 (Ardleibhéal) (2019- 2022)Gráid (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 20222 + A - E 100(78) 100(79) 100(80) 100Líon daltaí 58 62 75 52NB. Coláiste Feirste offers two pathways to 3rd Leveleducation: (a) the 3-4 A-level pathway, 100% of whomgained 2 or more A-levels this year (which is thebenchmark for non-selective schools); and (b) thevocational pathway who, in addition to vocationalqualifications (BTEC and NVQ), all gained a good grade inA-level Irish. The A-level performance is given above,with the total year-group performance in brackets. In2022 100% of A-level pupils achieved 2+ A*-E and 67%achieved 3+ A*-C.GCE A2 (A- Level) Results (2019 – 2022)Grades (%) 2019(%) 2020(%) 2021(%) 20222 + A - E 100(78) 100(79) 100(80) 100Number ofPupils58 62 75 52[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 32

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34Tús maith leath na hoibre –Ionduchtúchán Bhliain 8Tá an t-ádh orainn go mbíonn aithne againn ar na daltaís’againne de thairbhe na ndlúthchaidreamh atá againn leis nabunscoileanna agus cuidíonn sé seo go mór leis an chórasionduchtúcháin. Ba mhaith linn plean a dhéanamh le chéile,agus seo a leanas an dóigh a ndéantar sin agus na páistí arRang 7.n Blas den Choláiste um Nollaig Rang 7.n Lá Oscailte Eanáir 2023. n Lá ionduchtúcháin i Mí an Mheithimh 2023 le daltaí agustuismitheoirí chun eolas tábhachtach a sholáthar aguschun bualadh le foireann tréadchúraim Bl8.n Gaeltacht Choláiste Feirste Lúnasa 2023. Leanfaidh daltaíclár ama chúrsa samhraidh sa Ghaeltacht, ag foghlaimamhrán agus damhsaí gaelacha, ag déanamh spóirt agus agdul i dtaithí ar fhís na scoile, Is Gael Mé. n Tuairisc dhá uair le linn na bliana ar dhul chun cinn anpháiste.n Cruinniú tuismitheoirí i ndiaidh na Nollag chun plé adhéanamh ar fhoghlaim agus ar fhorbairt an dalta. n Imeachtaí le linn na bliana le daltaí a fhorbairt agus aspreagadh:A great start is half the work …Year 8 inductionFor several years we have prioritised the transition of pupilsfrom P7 to Year 8, both pastorally and in terms of learning.Our aim is to make transition as effective and asmotivating as possible, keeping both learning and thehappiness factor high. We aim to support both parents andpupils through this process. As part of the transitionprogramme, we will:n Visit our Bunscoileanna in order to meet ourtransferring pupils and the Rang a 7 teachern Provide a Taster Day in December in which pupils willexperience aspect of the school day; participate inactivities, meet the Staff, and other pupils transferringwith them n Hold an induction meeting in June in which parents andpupils can meet with the Year 8 pastoral team toreceive key information and advicen Offer the opportunity to complete a week’s course atGaeltacht Choláiste Feirste in August 2023. Whilst here,children will follow the Gaeltacht timetable, learningIrish songs, céilí dances and gaelic sports. Children willbe introduced to our school ethos, Is Gael Mé.n Offer the opportunity to attend a Transition/Reviewmorning with your son/daughter’s Form Teacher andHead of Year in Term 2[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 34

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35- frith-thromaíocht agus sábháilteacht ar líne- sábháilteacht bóthair- bronnadh duaiseanna agus ceiliúradh - duaiseanna agus turais mar chuid de chóras moltaí anCholáiste- turas Gaeltachta - clubanna scoile: Eiceascoileanna Spórt agus folláineacht  Leabharlann: Club Leabhair agus scríbhneoireachtchruthaitheach STEM; Lego Ceol agus Drámaíocht Cuireann tús sona ar an iar-bhunscolaíocht go mór le rath anpháiste sna blianta atá le teacht. Is í sin an aidhm atá againne.Is mór linn do chuid rannpháirtíochta.n Provide two annual reports on your son/daughter’sprogressn Provide the opportunity to attend a Parents’ Meetingon your child’s progress in every subjectn Organise events throughout the year such as:- antibullying and online safety- road safety - prize giving and celebrations- Gaeltacht trip- prizes and trips for the school’s celebration ofachievement. - school clubs: Ecoschools Sport and well-being Library; book club and creative writing club STEM; Lego Music and DramaA happy start to their post-primary education provides apowerful stepping stone to success in later years. This isour aim in Year 8. We value your input.Teach Ard na bhFeá, 7 Páirc Radharc na bhFeáAn Cheathrú Ghaeltachta, Béal Feirste, BT12 7PYFón Phone: 028 9032 0707Suíomh gréasáin / Website: www.colaistefeirste.orgwww.facebook.com/colaiste.feirste@cfeirsteRÉAMHEOLAIRE 2023[v1] Réamheolaire 2023.qxp_Layout 1 20/12/2022 15:00 Page 35

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