Neighbours Neighbours of Sullivan Upper School Dear Neighbour ​ Sullivan Upper School would like to ensure that those surrounding the School are kept up-to-date with what is happening on the site. This page will offer our neighbours ease of access to information about the School, building a stronger local community. ​ ​ To view Upcoming Events in the School Calendar click HERE ​ Notification of Upcoming Events Sporting fixtures take place on Saturday mornings during term-time, in both rugby and hockey. For Fixture List for 2023/24 please click HERE ​ ​ Prize Day Friday 27 October 2023 - 2.00 pm SEAG Dates Tuesday 17 October 2023 – 4,.45 pm to 5.30 pm Saturday 11 November 2023 – 10.00 am to 11.30 am Saturday 25 November 2023 – 10.00 am to 11.30 am ​ Open Morning Saturday 13 January 2024 - 9.30 am to 12.30 pm Sporting Fixture Saturday 27 January 2024 - Schools Cup Rugby Fixture KO at 10.30 am Saturday 3 February 2024 - Quarter Final of the Medallion Shield against Regent House (KO at 10.30 am) ​ Prep Prize Day Thursday 27 June 2024 - 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm ​ Contact Details To ensure that your queries are seen to as quickly as possible, please contact the school office. ​ Email: info@sullivanupper.holywood.ni.sch.uk Telephone: 028 90428780 ​ Information is also available on our X (formerly Twitter) account – please follow us for notifications: ​ @sullivan_upper ​ ​

Modern Languages Departmental Aims KS3 ​ Modern Languages is a compulsory Area of Learning at Key Stage 3. It gives pupils opportunities to develop effective communication skills through listening, speaking, reading and writing in a foreign language. ​ This Area of Learning encourages pupils to explore their personal sense of place in their local area and in the wider world, developing their awareness of cultural diversity. It prepares pupils for moving comfortably between a range of cultural environments. ​ Pupils have opportunities to read a range of stimuli in the target language. This helps them to develop understanding of the richness of language as a means of communication and creative expression. They also learn to apply language-specific skills to real-life situations. ​ Pupils learn to talk about experience, feelings and opinions using the target language. The aim is to develop their awareness of language and how it works, and to improve their accuracy. Pupils listen and respond in oral and written form in the target language. ​ In year 10 pupils investigate how language-specific skills and learning skills developed through languages will enhance career options and increase mobility in the world of work. GCSE ​ The aim of this specification is for pupils to develop their language skills and widen their awareness and understanding of French-speaking, German-speaking or Spanish-speaking countries/communities. This specification focuses on the practical use of the foreign language (French, German or Spanish) and is a sound basis for progression to further study, higher education or employment. Through this course students will: ​ improve their communication skills by learning how to express their viewpoint and ask questions; participate in discussions and interviews; use mathematical skills to interpret statistical data in the foreign language such as diagrams and timetables; use ICT to present information, for example through a PowerPoint presentation; develop their planning, time management and self-evaluation skills; listen to and learn from others through discussion, group work and shared tasks; present reasons and justify opinions; and improve their problem-solving ability by considering various approaches and viewpoints. A Level ​ The aim of the CCEA specification is to allow students to develop their language skills, their communication skills, their knowledge and their understanding of societal, political and cultural issues in countries or communities in which the French, German or Spanish language is spoken. ​ It aims to provide opportunities for students to engage in independent research into areas of personal interest related to French-speaking, German-speaking or Spanish-speaking countries or communities and to present their findings. Pupils at A2 engage in more varied question types, more evaluative tasks and synoptic assessment. ​ The specification gives students a sound basis for progression to further study, higher education and employment through skills development. ​ Staff Mrs J A Girvin (Acting Head of Department - Spanish/German) Miss C V McCaughey (Acting Head of Department - French) Mrs L E M Barr Miss J Connolly Miss L M McMullan (Part-Time) (T) Miss J L Orr (Part-Time) Modern Language Assistants TBC [French] TBC [Spanish] KS3 YEARS 8-9 ​ All pupils follow a beginner’s programme in FRENCH, using the Dynamo course, which has a supportive logical grammar progression with grammar spreads at the end of each module. There is up-to-date French cultural content to bring language learning to life - including songs, poems, authentic texts and quizzes. ​ Pupils get the opportunity to practise the four skill areas of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. Furthermore, translation skills into and from French are introduced at an early stage. ​ Pupils study topics relevant to their experience: Family and Physical Descriptions; School life; Sports & Hobbies; Pets; House & Area; Festivals and Going Out. ​ Pupils also follow a similar programme in GERMAN and SPANISH (doing one year of each) and use the coursebooks Stimmt 1 or Viva 1 respectively. At the end of year 9 pupils choose to continue either German or Spanish, along with French, progressing into Year 10. YEAR 10 ​ Pupils continue to study FRENCH throughout the year, using Dynamo 2 Rouge and Dynamo Rouge 3, in which there is more in-depth study of material from GCSE Contexts for Learning, namely: Identity, Lifestyle & Culture; Local and Global areas of Interest; School, Studies & the World of Work. Past, Present and Future tenses are explored in detail and writing tasks are set, combining all three. ​ Students also follow a course in either GERMAN or SPANISH (according to their choice), using Stimmt 2 and Viva 2 respectively. At least all three tenses are covered in each of these course and topics include: Leisure Activities; House & Local Area; Holidays and Food. GCSE GCSE French; German; Spanish ​ Pupils will use the following textbooks: Studio; Stimmt; and Viva to study a range of topics in three Contexts for Learning: ​ Identity, Lifestyle and Culture (self, family & relationships; leisure; social media; culture) Local, National, International and Global Areas of Interest ( local area; tourism; social & global issues; community involvement) School Life, Studies and the World of Work (School; extra-curricular activities; future plans; part-time jobs). ​ The four units are each worth 25% of the overall GCSE. Unit 1: Listening This is a written examination lasting approximately: ​ - 35 minutes at Foundation Tier; and - 45 minutes at Higher Tier. ​ Pupils will answer twelve questions, in English and the target language (French, German or Spanish). Unit 2: Speaking Pupils will take part in two role-plays and a general conversation on two topics in French, German or Spanish. ​ The teacher conducts the speaking examination, which lasts 7–12 minutes (plus 10 minutes of role-play preparation time). Unit 3: Reading This is a written examination lasting: ​ - 50 minutes at Foundation Tier; and - 1 hour at Higher Tier. ​ Pupils will answer questions in English and in the target language (French, German or Spanish) as well as translating short sentences from French, German or Spanish into English. Unit 4: Writing This is a written examination lasting: ​ - 1 hour at Foundation Tier; and - 1 hour 15 minutes at Higher Tier. ​ Pupils will answer four questions including listing (at Foundation Tier), short phrase/sentence responses, translating short sentences, and an extended writing task (from a choice of three) in French, German or Spanish. GCE AS and A2 French; German; Spanish All students following a language course are entered for A-Level modules with the CCEA examination board. Students explore the areas of interest by studying the four themes: ​ Relationships (AS) Culture & Lifestyle (AS) Young People in Society (A2) Our Place in a Changing World (A2) ​ There are weekly conversation classes with native speakers. ​ AS 1: Speaking Question 1 - Presentation 3 minute ​ Question 2 - Conversation 8 minutes Visiting Examiner ​ Total: 11 minutes 30% of AS Level ​ 12% of A Level AS 2: Listening, Reading and Use of Language Listening [A]: ​ Two sets of questions based on discrete passages recorded on disk ​ Recording 1 – Students answer in French Recording 2 – Students answer in English Reading [B]: ​ Question 1 – Students answer one set of questions in the target language (French, German or Spanish) ​ Question 2 – Students translate a passage from French, German or Spanish into English Use of Language [C]: ​ Questions 1 to 4 – Students complete a series of short grammatical and lexical exercises ​ Question 5 – Students translate short sentences from English into French, German or Spanish Examination Total: 40 minutes ​ Examination Reading [50 minutes approx] and Use of Language [30 minutes approx] ​ Total: 1 hour 20 minutes 40% of AS Level ​ 16% of A Level AS 3: Extended Writing Students write one essay in French, German or Spanish in response to a set film or literary text Examination Total ​ 1 hour 30% of AS level 12% of A level ​ AS: 40% of A level A2 1: Speaking Question 1 – Introduction [1 minute] and discussion [5 minutes] on an individual research project based on one of three options ​ Question 2 – Conversation [9 minutes] Visiting Examiner ​ Total: 15 minutes 18% of A Level A2 2: Listening and Reading Listening [A]: ​ Two sets of questions based on discrete passages recorded on disk Recording 1 – Students answer in Target Language (French, German or Spanish) Recording 2 – Students answer in English ​ Reading [B]: ​ Question 1 – Students answer one set of questions in French, German or Spanish. Question 2 – Students translate a passage from English into French Examination: 45 minutes ​ Examination: ​ 2 hours ​ Total: 2 hours 45 minutes 24% of A Level A2 3: Extended Writing Students write one essay in French, German or Spanish in response to a set literary text Examination Total ​ 1 hour 18% of A Level ​ A2: 60% of A Level Homework Years 8-10 ​ One homework per week. Teachers may set more if they wish to assess pupils’ understanding of grammar and/or vocabulary. Years 11-12 ​ Two homeworks per week which may include written tasks, speaking preparation, learning of vocabulary & grammar, reading comprehension or translation exercises. Years 13-14 ​ Two homeworks per week. Preparation for class will also include: reading, research and note-taking. ​ ​

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Art, Design & Moving Image Art, Design & Moving Image Check out our Instagram page, where we post the exciting and creative day-to-day here at the Creative Arts Department: instagram.com/sullivancreativearts Departmental Aims Sullivan Creative Arts is the home of ART, DESIGN and MOVING IMAGE ARTS at Sullivan Upper School. Above all we want to ensure that every pupil's experience of Art and Design is a positive, engaging and rewarding one. With the knowledge that our local and global creative industries are expanding at a rapid pace, we want to enlighten pupils to the opportunities available for them and equip them with the relevant skills needed should a creative path be their choice in future. ​ Recognising that creative thinking and approaches are fundamental in any subject, career sector or industry, we strive to inspire and unlock these skills in students of all skill backgrounds, and encourage exploration of the many exciting areas of the design sector: ​ Fine Art Ceramics Graphic Design, Interaction Design Illustration Fashion Design & Textiles Product Design & 3D Modelling Architecture Photography & Film Design for Film ​ ​ With a well-established department in terms of both resources and staff, there’s no holding back on what students can produce in Sullivan Creative Arts. We aim to provide an exciting and hands-on learning experience for all our pupils, recognising that creative skill and talent presents itself in lots of different ways. ​ Staff Mrs L Davidson (Head of Department) (Part-Time) Mr R B McKillen Mrs J Simon (Part-Time) Ms S A Wallace Miss A Lawlor (Art and Moving Image Technician) Key Stage 3 Creative Arts Junior school at Sullivan Creative Arts challenges pupils to a wide range of media and techniques as they begin their creative journey. Pupils get the opportunity to work in a range of 2D and 3D forms (including illustration, sculpture, ceramic and print) as well as in a range of traditional and more contemporary mediums (such as Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Painting, 3D Modelling and Animation.) ​​ GCSE Art & Design ​ Those who choose GCSE Art and Design at Sullivan are in for an exciting, broad exploration of the Creative Arts. The department currently studies the CCEA Art and Design specification and has been recognised by CCEA for producing outstanding talent through our regular inclusion in True Colours exhibitions. Year 11 begins with a wide-ranging, introductory portfolio that takes your Art skills (in whatever form that may take) to a new level and at the same time opens your eyes to a range of new and exciting techniques. Gradually, you’ll head towards an outcome which can be derived from any discipline within the Creative Arts world. Find out more here: https://ccea.org.uk/key-stage-4/gcse/subjects/gcse-art-and-design-2017 ​ GCSE Moving Image Arts ​ Ever wanted to write, direct, edit and release your very own short film? If the answer is YES, then Moving Image Arts GCSE is the way to go! Your goal at the end of the two-year course is to come up with an exciting venture into film-making, be that a Hitchcock-inspired murder mystery, a Marvel-style superhero adventure or even a terrifying zombie horror film! You’ll watch movies, analyse scripts and even dabble in animation in this exciting two-year course at Sullivan Creative Arts. Find out more here: https://ccea.org.uk/key-stage-4/gcse/subjects/gcse-moving-image-arts-2017 GCE Art & Design ​ A-Level Art & Design at Sullivan Creative Arts is a substantial and rewarding step above GCSE. Pupils develop the ability to work independently and are encouraged to experiment with and discover new techniques and processes. The department currently studies the CCEA GCE Art and Design Specification. The teaching approach aims to encourage individual interests and skills to develop through investigation into both traditional and contemporary artists and all aspects of both Art and Design. Pupils will flourish and begin to develop a portfolio that not reflects their creative flair but that adequately prepares them for further study beyond school or direct entry to industry. Find out more here: https://ccea.org.uk/post-16/gce/subjects/gce-art-and-design-2016 ​ GCE Moving Image Arts ​ A-Level Moving Image Arts at Sullivan is the perfect opportunity to go BEHIND-THE-SCENES of the ever-expanding film industry and guide your own development process towards an exciting short. In many instances, people have found film to be a fantastic career path after taking A-Level at Sullivan Creative Arts. ​ The CCEA specification allows pupils to explore all areas of production management, film production as well as the theoretical study of film. The department's standard has been recognised and rewarded by CCEA (through top candidate awards at both GCSE and A Level and inclusion on an annual basis in the Foyle Film Festival. Find out more here: https://ccea.org.uk/moving-image-arts

Physics Departmental Aims WHERE THE WALK OF WONDER AND DISCOVERY BEGINS All students have the opportunity and encouragement to enjoy and succeed in physics, regardless of ability or gender. The study of Physics is an important opportunity for pupils to discover how the world works from the beginning of time to the many scientific and technological advances. The study of physics takes everyday experience and common sense as its starting point, with all pupils in year 9 and 10 studying Physics. They then can choose it as a GCSE subject and then carry on their journey of discover to AS and A2 level. The aims of the Physics Department are: To stimulate curiosity, interest and enjoyment in Physics and its methods of enquiry To acquire a systematic body of scientific knowledge and to develop an understanding of Physics, including its power and its limitations To enable students to acquire sufficient understanding and knowledge to become confident citizens in a technological world, able to take or develop an informed interest in matters of scientific import To develop skills and abilities which are relevant to the study and practice of Physics, are useful in everyday life, and encourage safe practice and effective communication To develop an understanding of the nature of scientific ideas and activity and the basis for scientific claims To develop attitudes relevant to Physics, such as initiative, inventiveness, objectivity, integrity and a concern for accuracy and precision To promote an awareness of the technological and environmental applications of Physics and of their economic, ethical and social implications Staff Dr K Quinn (Head of Department) (Part-Time) Mr S Cooper Mrs C A McCarey (Job Share) Mrs C V Soper (Job Share) Mrs S J Torrens Mr D McCaffrey (Physics and Technology Technician)

Principal's Welcome "Established in 1877; the fulfilment of a dream and the honour of a legacy" Welcome and thank you for visiting our website which we hope and trust you will find useful, interesting and informative. Sullivan Upper was founded in 1877 using the legacy from the estate of Robert Sullivan, a Holywood man who became schools' inspector, superintendent of teacher training for the whole of Ireland and founder of the Sullivan National schools. It is the Sullivan family coat of arms and motto (in old Irish) that is still used by the school today. With over 1000 boys and girls enrolled in the successful grammar school and about 180 in the very popular Preparatory Department, Sullivan Upper enjoys a very high reputation for academic achievement. We also pride ourselves in the pastoral care given to pupils and the range of extra-curricular activities and opportunities on offer. ​ Please explore and make use of the facilities that our website offers, and if you require further information or assistance, do not hesitate to contact the school. ​ C J D MAIRS Principal (from 1 November 2022) ​ ​

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Biology Departmental Aims Biology is the study of all living things. As a subject, it aims to solve many global issues such as food security, climate change and pandemics. Through studying Biology, students begin to understand major scientific ideas and to appreciate their significance within society. They learn how biological concepts are applied in industry and medicine, to help improve our quality of life. They also learn ways in which biological concepts can be applied more controversially, as is the case with genetic engineering. Biology at Sullivan helps pupils to become confident, effective, and informed citizens. Staff Mr S R Drennan (Head of Department) Miss L M Aranha Mrs E Bowen (Part-Time) Mr D Greeves Dr J W E Lappin (Part-Time) (T) Mrs L A Johnston (Part-Time) Mrs A S Brown (Technician) Key Stage 3 Biology is taught as part of the Year 8 Science course covering topics such as Cells and Reproduction. In Years 9 and 10 it is taught as a separate subject by a specialist. Topics covered in Year 9 include Food & Digestion, Respiration, Nervous System and the Brain & Bones, and Ecology & Conservation. In Year 10 topics include Genetics, Circulation, Microbiology, and Investigative Skills. In the Junior school there is an emphasis on using visual material, practical work, and active methods to aid learning. GCSE At GCSE, the CCEA specification is followed. Biology is taught in 5 periods each week. The topics include those covered at Key Stage 3 plus some additional ones such as Transport in Plants, Excretion and Movement into and Out of Cells. It is a popular choice by Year 11 pupils with around 140 of the year group choosing it. Regular testing, plenty of exam preparation, which is carried out within class time, help ensure the work is spread over the two years and avoid last minute panic. Please refer to the Subject Choice for GCSE Information Booklet for further information on full course details. GCE Biology is also a very popular choice at AS and A2 level, where again the CCEA specification is followed. Those topics covered at GCSE are addressed in greater depth and pupils are expected to apply concepts to unfamiliar scenarios. There is an emphasis on practical work throughout, ensuring pupils have the skills required to study Biology (or related fields) at University. Practical coursework in both AS and A2 is carried out in class. Please refer to the Subject Choice for AS/A Level Information Booklet for further information on full course details and criteria for entry. Homework Years 9-10 ​ Learning homework for test after each topic. Occasional written/ICT homework ​ Years 11-12 ​ Booklet of past paper questions after each topic to be completed. Learning homework for test after each topic. ​ Years 13-14 ​ Booklet of past paper questions after each topic to be completed. Learning homework revising for test after each topic. Pupils are expected to keep up to date revision notes (which are regularly reviewed), which helps to foster independent learning. Other written/learning homeworks are occasionally given as deemed necessary. ​ ​

NDALC Learning Communities in Northern Ireland Sullivan Upper School is a member of the North Down and Ards Area Learning Community (NDALC). ​ NDALC is one of 29 learning communities across Northern Ireland. ​ NDALC is made up of 16 post-primary schools, 3 of which are special schools, and SERC (the South Eastern Regional College). ​ The aim of the learning community is to implement a curriculum that will meet the needs of all pupils. The community aims to give students at Key Stage 4 and post-16 access to a wide choice of courses (academic, applied and vocational). ​ Pupils will have the opportunity to select from a wide menu of courses that will, it is hoped, meet their needs and aspirations. Their choices will increasingly be informed not only by their own skills and abilities but also buy up-to-date information about the labour market and by what can be accommodated within each school or college. ​ Sullivan Upper School currently has collaborative arrangements with Priory Integrated College, Holywood. ​ For further information on the potential suite of courses available, please contact the NDALC Coordinator at Sullivan Upper School, or at any of the other member establishments: ​ Bangor Academy and Sixth Form College Bangor Grammar School Glenlola Collegiate School St Columbanus’ College Clifton Special School Priory Integrated College Dundonald High School Regent House Grammar School Killard House Special School Movilla High School Nendrum College, Comber Strangford College Glastry College St Columba’s College, Portaferry South Eastern Regional College (SERC) ​ NDALC leaflet ​

Sport The school is well provided for, with the following facilities on site: ​ Three rugby pitches Two all weather hockey pitches Seven tennis courts One cricket square A purpose built Sports Hall Use of the main School Hall A small swimming pool 1/2 Sport and games play a big part in the life of the school. Each year group has a double period of curricular time devoted to games as well as the statutory provision of Physical Education. However, after school and at weekends there are many opportunities for pupils to get involved. The extra-curricular programme of sports is funded by parents’ voluntary contributions which cover the costs of coaching, transport and hire of facilities. The school regards sport and games as important parts of the provision made for all pupils and seeks to help all pupils to develop their skills in sport and games as fully as they can. All pupils are expected to take part in sport and games, the opportunities available to them developing as they become older. The school emphasises participation, aiming to see as many young people as possible taking part in and enjoying sport and games and seeking to do their best. Pupils are encouraged to play sport and games in a team context, learning what it is to be part of a team. The school measures its success in sport and games in many ways - the number of activities available and the numbers of pupils taking part being two of the more important among them. However, the principal criterion against which success is measured is whether the young people involved in any sporting activity or game have been sufficiently engaged by it to continue with it when they leave school and go on into adult life. Sport and games involve competition, of course, and the school wants to see its pupils and their teams do as well as possible against those of other schools. Whilst the school will encourage its pupils to be competitive, it will want their sense of competition to be a proper one, working within the framework of rules for each activity and also within the wider framework of good sportsmanship. Provision is normally as follows: ​ [a] for girls: hockey*, netball*, badminton*, swimming, tennis, athletics [b] for boys: rugby*, hockey*, cricket, athletics, tennis, badminton*, swimming Note: The sports marked with an asterisk are played primarily in the autumn and spring terms. Other sports available include – basketball, volleyball, rounders, softball, table-tennis, fencing and golf. ​

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Staff Structure Teaching Staff Non-teaching Staff Staff Staff Structure 2023-2024 Staff Structure There are 45 full-time teachers in the secondary department, 4 job share teachers and a further 22 part-time teachers, 8 full-time and 3 part-time teachers in the preparatory department plus 65 non-teaching staff at the school. As well as this 23 music tutors visit the school on a weekly basis and we have the services of 2 modern language assistants. The staff structure and special responsibilities are shown below: Principal Mr C J D Mairs Vice-Principals Mrs C Moore (Pastoral) Mr S Thompson (Teaching & Learning) Senior Managers Miss L Aranha Mr S Drennan Mrs L Montgomery Mr D Stinson Heads of Department Art, Design & Moving Image Biology Careers and Guidance Chemistry English & Drama Geography History & Politics Home Economics Mathematics Learning for Life and Work Mrs J Simon (Acting) Mr S Drennan Mrs C Henry Mrs S McKeown Mr C Heaney Mrs C Johnston Miss R Murray Ms C Thomson Mrs C Anderson Ms A Morgan Modern Languages (French) (Acting) Modern Languages (Spanish/German) (Acting) Music PE & Games (Boys) PE & Games (Girls ) Physics Preparatory Department Religious Studies Technology & Design Miss V McCaughey Mrs J Girvin Mrs L Montgomery Mr J Quigley Mrs S Hutchinson Dr K Quinn Mrs W Ballard Mrs P McMaster Mr D Stinson Co-ordinators Business Studies Computing/ICT Drama Mrs K Jordan (Miss N Borland Sept-Mar 24) Miss S Martin Ms C Bowman-Kinnear ​ Heads of Year Year 8 Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12 Year 13 Year 14 Mrs C Dorman Ms C Bowman-Kinnear (T) Miss S Wilson (T) Miss L Aranha (T) Mrs R Trainor Dr L Moore Mrs S Torrens Heads of House Praeger McAlester Speers Grant Mrs J McVeigh (Mr D Greeves Sept-Mar24) Mrs N Mitchell Mr S Cooper Mrs L Graham SENCO Mrs J Kelly Assistant SENCO Mrs S Dalzell Teaching Staff Teaching Staff 2023-2024 Principal Mr C J D Mairs MA PGCE Vice-Principals Mrs C Moore BEd PQH(NI) Mr S Thompson BSc MSc MBA PGCE PQH(NI) ​ Senior Managers Miss L Aranha BSc PGCE Mr S Drennan BSc PGCE Mrs L R Montgomery BMus MEd LTCL MTD PQH(NI) Mr D W R Stinson BEd PQH(NI) ​ Art & Design and MIA Mrs J Simon BA PGCE (P-T) (Acting) Mrs L Davidson BDes PGCE (P-T) (Mat Nov-Jun 24) Mr R B McKillen BA PGDip PGCE MA Mrs S Monteith BA PGCE (T) Mrs J Simon BA PGCE (P-T) Ms S A Wallace BA PGCE MSc (P-T) ​ Biology Mr S Drennan BSc PGCE Miss L Aranha BSc PGCE Mrs E Bowen BSc MEd PQHNI PGC E (P-T) Mr D Greeves BSc PGCE Mrs L Johnston BSc PGCE (P-T) Dr J W E Lappin BSc (T) ( P-T) Business Studies Mrs K Jordan BEd MEd Mrs N Borland BEd (T) (Acting Sept to Mar 2024) Mrs J Annett BSc PGCE (P-T) (Mat from Sept 2023) Mr C O'Neill BEd (T) Mr S Thompson BSc MSc MBA PGCE PQH(NI) Careers Mrs C Henry BA PGCE Mr s N Borland BEd (T) Mrs S M Dalzell BSc DipInd PGCE (P-T) Ms A C Morgan BA MA PGCE Mrs S J Torrens BSc PGCE ​ Chemistry Mrs S P McKeown MEng PGCE Miss J A Chambers BSc PGCE Mrs D E Maynes BSc PGCE Mrs A C Waterworth MSc PGCE ​ Computing/IT Miss A M E Martin BSc PGCE ​ English and Drama Mr C Heaney BA PGCE Ms C Bowman-Kinnear BA MA PGCE Mrs C C Dorman BA PGCE PGDPSE MEd Mrs L R Graham BA PGCE (P-T) Miss E Jenkinson BA PGCE Ms K R Lomas MA MSc PGCE (T) (P-T) Ms C Patterson BA PGCE MSc (P -T ) Mrs R J Trainor BA PGCE Geography Mrs C Johnston BSc DipVoc PGCE Miss P McKeown BSc PGCE (T) Mr s P Ravey BSc PGCE History and Political Studies Miss R L Murray BA PGCE Mr A Cave BA PGCE (T - Sept to March 2024) Mrs C A Henry BA PGCE Mrs J McVeigh BA PGCE (Mat Sept-Mar) Ms A C Morgan BA MA PGCE ​ Home Economics: Ms C Thomson BA DipInd PGCE (P-T) Mrs R V Campbell BA DipInd PGCE (P-T) Mrs S M Dalzell BSc DipInd PGCE (P-T) Miss K Millar BSc PGCE ​ LLW Ms A C Morgan BA MA PGCE Mrs E Bowen BSc MEd PQHNI PGCE (P-T) Mrs C A McCarey BEng PGCE (JS) Miss K Millar BSc PGCE Mrs S Monteith BA PGCE (T) Ms S A Wallace BA PGCE MSc (P-T) ​ Mathematics Mrs C Anderson BSc PGCE Dr G I Boreland MSc MA PGCE MEd Mrs J Kelly BSc PGCE Mrs P D McDowell BSc PGCE Mr M Monteith MSc PGCE Dr L Moore MSc PGCE Mrs C J Swift BSc PGCE (P-T) Modern Languages Spanish/German - Mrs J A Girvin BA PGCE (Acting) French - Miss C V McCaughey BA PGCE DipSpan (Open) (Acting) Mrs L E M Barr BA PGDipEBA PGCE Miss J Connolly MA PGCE Miss R Douglas BA PGCE MA (T) (from Jan 2024) Mrs C McIver BA PGCE MA (T) (to Dec 2023) Miss L M McMullan MA PGCE (T) (P-T) Miss J L Orr BA PGCE (P-T) Modern Language Assistants Ms M Morant [French] Ms A Cervello Franch [Spanish] Music Mrs L R Montgomery BMus MEd LTCL MTD PQH(NI) Mrs J A Harper BMus PGCE (P-T) Mrs G E Hartin BMus PGCE (JS) Mrs G Pitt BMus MTD LTCL ALCM (JS) ​ Physical Education Mrs S M Hutchinson BA PGCE (P-T) Mr J Quigley BSc PGCE Mr A Craig BSc PGCE (P-T) Mr C Henderson BSc MSc PGCE PGDH (NI) (Career Break) Mr P Kirk BSc PGCE (T) Mrs C Stewart BSc PGCE (P-T) Miss S Wilson BSc PGCE ​ Physics Dr K Quinn BSc PGCE (P-T) Mr S G Cooper BSc PGCE Mrs C A McCarey BEng PGCE (JS) Mrs C V Soper BSc MSc PGCE (JS) Mrs S J Torrens BSc PGCE ​ Religious Studies Mrs P D McMaster BEd ​ Special Education Needs Mrs J Kelly BSc PGCE (SENCO) Mrs S M Dalzell BSc DipInd PGCE (P-T) (Assistant SENCO) ​ Technology and Design Mr D W R Stinson BEd PQH(NI) Mr R Eves MEng PGCE Mrs N E Mitchell BEd MSc (P-T) Preparatory Department Mrs W Ballard BEd Mrs K Callen BA Ms K Gordon BSSc PGCE (P-T) Mrs A Hendron BSc MSc PGCE (P-T) Miss N Johnson BEd Mrs C Leathem BEd ATCL (P-T) Mrs J Lockhart BEd MEd Mrs J Matthews BA MSc PGCE Miss R O'Neill BA (T from Oct 2023) Mrs A Patterson BEd DASE Mrs C Rowan BA PGCE (Mat from Oct 2023 ) Mrs K Wilson BA QTS ​ *Names in bold denotes Head of Department Non-teaching Staff Non-Teaching Staff 2023-2024 SECONDARY DEPARTMENT Bursar Dr C M Byrnes BSc FCA Assistant Bursar Mrs M L Hanna MIATI ​ Principal's PA Mrs A J Graham ​ Office Manager and MIS Coordinator Mrs A D Middleton BSc ​ Receptionist/Administrative Assistant Miss C Smyth (Mat to Feb 2024) (to February 2024) Mrs R West (T) (to March 2024) Mrs E Yeates (from April 2024) ​ Accounts Assistant Mrs E T Brady BA ​ School Nurse Mrs M McAvoy RGN ​ Librarian Miss R E Hopkins BA PGCE MEd MSc ​ C2K Administrator and Systems Support Officer Miss Z A Robinson A+ Network + CCNA ​ Examinations Officer Mrs J McIwaine ​ Technicians Mrs A S Brown [Biology] Mr J N Collins BSc BTh PGCE [Chemistry] Mr C Edgar BA PGC [Music] Miss A Lawlor [Art and MIA] Mr A Proudfoot [Physics and Technology] (from Oct 2024) Mrs J S Stewart [Home Economics] ​ Classroom Assistants Miss E Anderson Mr S Bendu MSc Mrs C Brown Mrs D J Burnside NVQIII (P-T) Mr R Christie Mrs P Dempster Mr M Diamond Miss A Gale Mr J Griffin (from Nov 2024) Mrs M Martin BA (Mat from Sept 2023) Mr H Morris (T from Jan 2024) Mr C Murray Mrs K Murray Mr C Rankin ​ Study Supervisors Mr M Moorehead Mr K Woodrow BEd FdCmm School Crossing Patrolperson Mr H Newman ​ Facilities Manager Mr S J Graham BTEC HNC Tech IEI LICWCI Maintenance Staff Mr J R H Crossan Mr R Lyons (to February 2024) Mr N Finnegan (from April 2024) ​ Catering Manager Mrs C M Steenson BTecDip ​ Silver Robin Supervisor Mrs G F McGee BSc ​ Cook Mrs J McKee ​ Catering Assistants Mrs A Ahmed Miss N Black (from April 2024) Miss M Campbell MFHT Miss S E Clarke Ms L McCullough Mrs K Read (to November 2023) Mrs C M Seawright Miss M Shepherd Mr S Skimin Mrs S Stafford ​ Senior Lunchtime Supervisor Mrs L McConnell ​ PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT ​ Prep Secretary Mrs A Cairns ​ Classroom Assistants Ms J Connolly Mrs C L Cronin BSc Miss E Dennison Mr P Eager Mrs G Huey (T) Mrs R J Johnston NVQIII Miss M Kelly (T) Mr J Knight (T) Miss J McSorley Mrs D Moody Mrs R M A Moroney NVQIII Mrs N Stinson Caretaker Mr R Campbell ​ ​ ​ Silver Robin Assistant Supervisor (Dromkeen) Mrs D M Berry ​ After School Club Supervisor Mrs R M A Moroney NVQIII ​ After School Club Deputy Supervisor Mrs D-M Berry ​ After School Club Coordinator for Additional Needs Miss E Dennison ​ After School Club Assistant Mrs S Stafford ​ School Crossing Patrolperson Mr A Blackstock