Integrated College Glengormley
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Information for Parents on the start of our January Term
January 01, 2021 16:18 application/pdfDear Parents and Carers Please find attached a letter from Principal Massey on our return to school in January 2021, based on guidance from the Department of Education. January 2021 restart Parents who meet the criteria as key workers can send children to school by applying, completing the form linked here. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1atQ83GM7THxhPiS48WQ96j61lWTYXMujYAxig0kzRRg/viewform?edit_requested=true
Year 8-10 PE & Sport Restart details
September 13, 2020 12:00From Monday 14th September we intend to resume practical PE classes for all Year 8-10 pupils. Our young students have responded magnificently to the classroom based programmes and general procedures around school and we strongly believe that it is important now to safely reintroduce exercise into the school day. Please note the following; […]
Update from the Chief Medical Officer and Public Health Agency
September 10, 2020 12:19Parents/Carers we know it can be confusing trying to distinguish between symptoms of Coronavirus and other illnesses. The Chief Medical Officer and the Public Health Agency have provided parents with some advice. You can view the documents here – click on the links below: When to book to a COVID-19 test Information from the Chief […]
A parents guide to integration
September 01, 2020 13:16A Guide on Integration for Parents Please click the link to access a guide for Parents on Integration, the Process of making the transition and how it will impact our school. A short guide to integrated education in Northern Ireland The History of Integrated Education in Northern Ireland
Parents vote in favour of Integration
September 01, 2020 13:15Glengormley High School – Our parents vote resoundingly in favour of Integration We conducted a postal ballot and our parents had their say….voting strongly in favour of our transformation to integrated status.
Community Support for Integrated Education
September 01, 2020 13:12In March 2020 the parents of Glengormley High School voted YES to begin the process of becoming an integrated school. This was the start of a legal process, called Transformation To Integrated Status, which is really starting to gather pace. Our aim is to be fully Transformed by September 2022. In order to achieve […]
Expression of Interest
September 01, 2020 13:09Community Support for Integration In March 2020 the parents of Glengormley High School voted YES to begin the process of becoming an integrated school. This was the start of a legal process, called Transformation To Integrated Status, which is really starting to gather pace. Our aim is to be fully Transformed by September 2022. […]
Letter from the Principal on our Restart.
August 18, 2020 09:24Parents and Carers, Please find linked a letter for our Principal on our restart this academic year. Click below Letter from Mr Massey on Restart Please relay any further questions to [email protected]
What just happened? A guide for parents and carers coping with Covid
August 10, 2020 13:38Parents and Carers….we find ourselves in strange and unfamiliar times. The last several months have been extremely challenging as our world has been turned upside down. In school we are working hard to adjust and adapt to the ever changing circumstances we encounter and we will be striving to ensure that our pupils, as usual, receive the best quality education possible. As we near the start of our new school year many of us may have experienced and may still be having feelings of isolati...
Family support Newsletter
June 11, 2020 09:26This is the latest Family support Newsletter – It has some great advice to help you at the moment. If you are in Year 12 and Sixth Form there is information about free courses that are being offered by Prince’s Trust – They are really worth a look. COVID-19-Family-Support-Newsletter
VE Day Activities
May 07, 2020 20:44 - 9.7 MB application/pdfToday we celebrate the 75th anniversary VE Day – check out this resource below which has a number of activities to get involved with. VE Day Activity Pack
Fantastic Online work in Music
May 05, 2020 15:17 - 32.9 KB application/pdfMrs Mercer was delighted with some of the work in her Music Google Classroom – pupils had to create their own Rap on themes surrounding school or our current issues, Linked below are some of the fantastic efforts from our pupils. Charlotte Green Jake Flanagan Katie McDowell Matthew Craig
Promoting Positive Behaviour and Learning at home
April 28, 2020 14:24 - 2.49 MB application/pdfHi All – This is an interesting read for our parents. The document has some good advice for managing our pupils at home and promoting positive learning and approaches to home study. Behaviour Support at Home
Scanning Pens Trial
April 28, 2020 09:11Scanning Pens Trial Available Scanning Pens is a leading supplier of Assistive Technology with offices in the US, UK, Australia, India and Canada. Thousands of children use the ReaderPen every day of the week in schools and at home. For many years Scanning Pen has provided free trials to schools, but now for the first time […]
Useful Resources for our emotional wellbeing
April 23, 2020 10:39 - 255 KB application/pdfPupils and Parents Find attached a list of resources which are really useful for your emotional well being. This resource, produced by Action for Children could be really useful during this difficult time. Action for Children – Recommended Apps for Emotional Well-being
Apps to assist pupils with dyscalculia/numeracy difficulties
April 20, 2020 16:02 - 1.35 MB application/pdfHi all There are a range of really useful apps that can be downloaded and used to support pupils with difficulty in Maths. This can include pupils with dyscalculia or numeracy difficulties. Click the link to access the resource – Apps for learners with dyscalculia/numeracy difficulties
Apps to support pupils with Dyslexia and Reading difficulties
April 20, 2020 15:57 - 1.37 MB application/pdfThere are a range of apps available to assist with pupils are dyslexia and reading difficulties – check this link for information on the apps available Apps for learners with dyslexia
Information on GCSE and A-Level assessment arrangements
April 19, 2020 10:27 - 106 KB application/pdfDear Parent/Guardian, All schools have now been informed of the process by which CCEA will award GCSE and A Level grades this summer. Below is a summary of the key points from the documentation received, along with links to detailed guidance for your information. The Senior Leadership Team, the exams and assessment team, the pastoral […]
Covid-19 Time capsule
April 05, 2020 16:01 - 695 KB application/pdfWe are certainly living in a different time, a strange unfamiliar time. Coronavirus is affecting all of our lives, and lots of changes are going to have to be made to help us cope. We know we’re all in this together. During this time we have an activity here you might find interesting as […]
Strengths Toolkit Resource
March 29, 2020 19:43The Education Authority have put together a resource to support our pupils during our period of independent learning. It allows our pupils to set targets for themselves during their time at home. My Strengths Toolkit v2
School Counselling Service
March 29, 2020 18:15Our school counsellors are still there for you! Not being in school has been a big change for everyone. Our school counselling services is still operating. If you need someone to speak to please get in touch with them. For pupils who have been seeing our counsellors, someone will be in touch with you shortly. […]
Learning Support Centre Timetable
March 26, 2020 10:21Parents – We have developed a timetable for our pupils in the Learning Support Centre for the coming weeks and months. Just something to help support our pupils with some routine. You can view or download the timetable here: Learning Support Centre Timetable
Key Support Telephone Numbers for Young People
March 24, 2020 09:38If you feel you need to talk to someone for advice or guidance on any issue please remember there are a number of phonelines you can contact for support. Telephone and Web Support for Young People
Parent information
March 20, 2020 11:08Please see linked letter below in light of Minister Weir’s latest advice on school’s approach to the Coronavirus issue. Principal Letter 20_03_2020
Principal Letter – Latest News
March 19, 2020 13:55Please find latest news attached on our school approach to the coronavirus issue. Parental Letter 19_03_2020
School Closure
March 18, 2020 15:08School Closure – Thursday 19th March Regrettably, our heating system is still not working properly and we cannot guarantee heat or warm water for washing of hands for our pupils. The engineers have been onsite since 7.30am this morning and continue to endeavour to fix the system. Staff continue to work in school creating resources […]
Google Classroom Access Codes
March 16, 2020 15:16Pupils – login to MySchool with your c2k username and password – you can access G Suite for Education and the Google Classroom App To join a class click on the + symbol and add the appropriate code for your class Each class has a unique code you have to enter to join. To sign […]
Glengormley High School Management of the Coronavirus Outbreak Guidelines
March 16, 2020 15:11Please find linked our guidelines and directions on the management of the coronavirus outbreak. Glengormley High School Management of the Coronavirus Outbreak Guidelines
Year 10 enjoy Speedy Options Day
February 07, 2020 10:31On Wednesday 5th February Year 10 pupils had the opportunity to talk to Year 12 and 6th Form pupils about the subjects available to them at Key Stage 4. They received information about subjects and progression to 6th form and careers. They also received an options booklet and information on their pathways. Please remember that Year […]
St Malachy’s College Careers Convention – Wednesday 12th February 2020
February 06, 2020 10:21Our school is a member of the North Belfast Learning Community and as a result Y10-Y14 parents and pupils are invited to attend a Careers Convention on Wednesday 12th February from 7-9pm at St Malachy’s College, Antrim Road, Belfast. This is an excellent opportunity to visit exhibitors and discuss options post 16/18. Careers Convention 2020 […]
Year 10 Option Choices Event
February 03, 2020 11:24Our Year 10 option process begins this week. On Wednesday 5th February pupils will receive information on the courses available to them in Years 11 and 12. They will have the opportunity to talk to pupils who are already studying these courses, receive an option booklet with details of the courses and information on their […]
Technology Revision Instructions for Years 8 to 10
November 21, 2019 07:50Good luck in the upcoming tracking examinations, here are some revision pointers for each year: Year 8 Year 9 Year 10
Year 12 Mock Examination Timetable
November 18, 2019 13:19Our mock examinations for Year 12 will begin next Monday the 25th of November. Here are the examination timetables: Year 12 Examinations November 2019 This second timetable is for pupils who need to use a laptop or have a scribe. Year 12 Examinations November 2019 Access Arrangements
Changes to Lunctimes in the Canteen
November 18, 2019 08:19Following a study by members of the school council we are changing arrangements for lunch in the cantee. The Canteens are now named 1 + 2. Canteen 1 is the old hot food canteen and Canteen 2 is the sandwich / salad bar canteen. The difference is that Canteen 2 along with sandwiches / salads, […]
Sixth Form Council update
November 11, 2019 08:04Here are the School Council reps for Sixth form.. .. and now an update on what they have been doing. The sixth form council reps have been busy making plans to improve the sixth form centre and social area. Miss Mulholland has provided Art canvases and Mrs Jackson has asked the building supervisor to put […]
Key Stage 4 Council update
November 11, 2019 08:01First of all here are the school council reps for Key Stage 4: And now for an update…. The key stage 4 council reps have been considering ways to support the elderly community coming up to Xmas. Tee-Jay suggested a bingo and buns event at the local nursing home. Mrs Jackson has made contact […]
Key Stage 3 Council news
November 11, 2019 07:58First of all here are our Key Stage 3 Council Reps: And now for an update…. The key stage 3 council reps started their work by auditing the number of students using the hot and cold food canteens. We have discovered that the hot foot canteen is used 3 times more regularly than the sandwich / […]
#Making school fun at lunch and afterschool
September 10, 2019 15:05At Glengormley High we believe that school should be fun both in and outside the classroom. Here is a list of all the extra-curricular activities that we currently offer in school. Fun outside the classroom
Year 12 Careers Guidance
September 04, 2019 07:55If you’re in Year 12 you should be thinking about your next steps after school. To book a professional careers guidance interview follow this link and fill in the form: https://www.online.economy-ni.gov.uk/careersadviserform/Home.aspx Remember be ready – it’s #theglengormleyway! #aspiretosucceed #learningwithoutlimits
Welcome to our new Year 8 pupils
September 02, 2019 15:15It’s been great to welcome new Year 8 pupils to the Glengormley Family. Here are some photos from their first few days.
Art Department showcases student work
June 11, 2019 14:06The Art Department will be showing this year’s amazing GCSE and A Level work on Monday 24th June in the Hamilton Building from 2.45 – 4.00 pm. If you get a chance pop in for some tea and cake to celebrate all beautiful pieces of Art created this year. Pupils, parents and members of the […]
Year 8-11 School Exam Timetable
May 29, 2019 14:18Exam Week – Monday 3rd to Friday 7th June Please find the examination timetable attached Examination Timetable Year 8-11 2019
GCSE and A-Level Revision Class Timetables
May 15, 2019 14:30GCSE and A-Level Revision Timetables Revision Timetable – Week Beginning the 20th May – revision wb20 Revision Timetable – Week Beginning the 27th May – revision wb27 Revision Timetable – Week Beginning the 3rd June – revision wb3 Revision Timetable – Week Beginning the 10th June – revision wb10 Revision Timetable – Week Beginning the 17th June – revision wb27
Queens Junior Academy Medicine and Life Sciences Day
April 12, 2019 06:58This week our Queen’s Junior Academy students visited the Medical Biology Center at Queen’s University for an introduction to Medicine & Life Sciences. They had a great time being show around and learning more about what study at Queen’s could look like.
Year 8 Easter eggstravaganza
April 11, 2019 16:15Year 8 had a very eggciting day yesterday. Egged on by their form tutors they had created egg-themed projects. We are not eggsagerating in saying they were eggstremely imaginative. The egg heads judging the entries said it was no yolk! Everyone is egghausted from all the effort.
Year 8 and 9 Smashed Project
April 08, 2019 16:30Through Learning for Life and Work, Year 8 and 9 pupils had the opportunity to watch a drama followed by a Q and A session. This event was delivered by The Smashed Project. The event was based on the dangers of alcohol and the potential legal consequences of getting a criminal record through the anti-social […]
Science Department help out with Ashgrove Science Week
April 08, 2019 09:50The Science Department was delighted to accept an invitation from Ashgrove Primary School to take part in their Science Week. Miss Dowds, Mr Gault and three Ashgrove past pupils, Lucie, Dylan and Callum who acted as glamourous assistants attended the school. Two P6 classes had the chance to make Lava Lamps and launch Mini Rockets […]