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

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e-Safety Changing C2K password Please use the link below to change pupil or staff c2k passwords at home: https://www.c2kexchange.net/_c2klogin/login.aspx If pupils/parents need to email about password issues, please use the email address: mimage732@c2ken.net What is the Internet, Cloud and Digital Media? Internet - The Internet is an electronic information highway connecting many millions of computers and individual subscribers all over the world. As this global network is not governed by an international body there are obviously dangers concerning the kind of information that is accessible to its users. However, the educational value of appropriate use of information and resources located on the internet is substantial. Cloud – Cloud-based learning and teaching encompasses a broad range of educational resources available in an online environment. This includes My-School, Fronter, Equella and other online resources. Digital Media - This covers all hardware, software, portable and non-portable devices used for educational purposes inside and outside of school. Rationale for pupil use of the Internet, Cloud and Digital Media The school encourages pupils to use the rich educational information sources available on the internet and cloud, together with the development of appropriate skills using digital media to fully utilise such resources. On-line resources offer pupils a broad range of up-to-date information; provide independent research facilities; facilitate a variety of learning styles and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own learning. E-literacy is a fundamental requirement for all pupils in order to prepare for the continually developing technological age in which we live. Networked Access to Internet, Cloud and Digital Media The school provides filtered internet access to pupils and staff on both the C2k and the school’s non-C2Knetworks. Only filtered internet connections provided by, or on behalf of, the school may be used to access online material at school. Parents, pupils and staff are reminded that all mobile electronic devices must also be used in accordance with the mobile phone policy. How will pupils gain access to the Internet, Cloud and Digital Media at School? During ICT lessons. Through subject use across the curriculum. During extra-curricular activities. In the study areas, during normal school hours and occasionally at other times. Through school wifi (filtered). Are there any dangers associated with using the Internet, Cloud and Digital Media? Since the internet and cloud are composed of information from a vast array of sources world-wide, it includes some material that is not of any educational value in the context of the school. This material may include information that is inaccurate, abusive, profane, sexually oriented, racist or illegal. In order to guard young people from any inherent dangers it is the joint responsibility of the school and parents/ guardians to educate pupils about their responsibility when using the internet and cloud. Parents/Guardians should notify the Vice-Principal for Pastoral Care of any school related activities involving the internet, cloud or digital media which cause concern. Promoting Safe Working Practices The school is determined to continue to provide high quality training for staff and pupils to make best use of its ICT facilities. Pupils will be provided with appropriate training and guidance on how to safely use the internet, cloud and digital media during KS3 ICT classes. Staff will continue to receive appropriate training in the safe use of the internet, cloud and digital media. Pupils and staff will also be advised of the Health and Safety issues surrounding the use of digital media technology. Useful Sites to visit:

Creative Writing For those pupils interested in creative writing or journalism, this group meets regularly throughout the year to participate in workshops, share their work or hear from writers or journalists who visit the school. ​ The creative writers begin the year with an author visit in September, as part of the Aspects Literary Festival, where they participate in a writing workshop. Throughout the remainder of the year, other visits are organised and the sixth form pupils have the opportunity to participate in a sixth form creative writers' network, organised by Dr Wilkinson from Methodist College. This year we have had very interesting visits from Malchi O’Doherty, Chris Bradford, Sheena Wilkinson, Colin Bateman and Alex Scarrow. Pupils have had the opportunity to enter their work in the school poetry competition and some have been successful in having their work published in the 2011 Young Writers’ Poetry Book. K MILLAR (Mrs) Head of English Department At the Creative Writing Club held on Tuesday 29 September 2015 we had Danny McLaughlin from Uproar Comics taking a workshop on the Graphic Novel. We also launched a school competition to complete a story board on any subject and the deadline for entries is 12.00 noon on Friday 23 October 2015. The prize is a caricature drawing of the winner.

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. ​ ​

Computing What Is Computing? There are three main strands of the Computing curriculum: information technology, digital literacy and computer science . Information technology is about the use of computers for functional purposes, such as collecting and presenting information, or using search technology. Digital literacy is about the safe and responsible use of technology, including recognising its advantages for collaboration or communication. ​ Finally, computer science will introduce children of all ages to understanding how computers and networks work. It will also give all children the opportunity to learn basic computer programming. Department Aims KS3 ​ It is our aim to ensure that all young people have the opportunity to learn how to use computers safely and cover a much of the 3 strands above as possible. ​ KS4 & 5 ​ Pupils have the option to further their knowledge and understanding through the study at GCSE Digital Technology or Computer Science and A Level Computer Science. Staff Miss A M E Martin (Coordinator) Miss Z Robinson (C2K Administrator and System Support Officer) Facilities We have three fully networked classrooms with at least twenty pupil workstations and one teacher workstation, LCD projector and interactive whiteboard in each room. Rooms are equipped with the latest Windows PCs. ​ As well as these facilities A Level pupils have the option to use their own laptop equipment during class and their study periods which can be connected to the C2K Network using the wireless routers provided by C2K. Key Stage 3 In Year 8 ICT is delivered in two periods per week. Pupils follow a programme of study to enhance their skills in Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Databases, Internet searching, Email, Paint and Multimedia using PowerPoint and MovieMaker. E-safety is also a key aspect of the work carried out. In Year 9 ICT is delivered in one period per week and pupils concentrate on enhancing their IT skills with Databases and coding skills with HTML, as well as having the opportunity to explore some more creative uses of multimedia using Photoshop. The Year 10 program is also delivered in one period per week with the emphasis on helping pupils to prepare for GCSE. Topics covered range from further study of Spreadsheets and learning more about programming using Scratch and when time permits Visual Basic and Python. Many additional resources are recommended to pupils to further advance their skills and access to these can be gained by asking your teacher and accessing Google Classroom. GCSE In Years 11 & 12, pupils can choose to take the CCEA GCSE Digital Technology (Multimedia route) or AQA Computer Science specification as an optional subject. ​ Details of the syllabus followed can be found in the CCEA microsite for Digital Technology and the AQA website for Computer Science. The Digital Technology courses allow pupils to explore a range of practical application packages. Computer Science develops programming skills. Both courses teach the basic theory that underpins the use and development of Computer Systems. GCE Computer Science In Sixth Form we currently use the AQA examination board syllabus for this course. This course will prepare pupils to study Software Engineering or other Computer related disciplines at any University, and for engineering and mathematics degrees. Pupils will be encouraged to develop their programming, problem solving and independent learning skills to a very high level as well as learning a great deal about many technical aspects of Computer Systems and Networks interact. Some of the careers available to pupils wishing to Study Computer Science include Systems Development, Website Design, Software Engineering, Games Design, AI and robotics. Further information about the syllabus used can be found on the AQA website. Homework Years 8-10 ​ Homework set approximately twice per month for Years 8 to 10 on Google Classroom. ​ Years 11-12 ​ Up to one hour per week to include written work, completion of classwork or practice for practical work. Years 13-14 ​ Two/three hours per week. Includes written homework, preparation for new topics, project and practical work. Pupils are also expected to spend two/four study periods on practical work during school. ​ ​

Mathematics Departmental Aims With seven dedicated rooms and seven dedicated staff filling full-time, job-share and part-time posts, the busy Mathematics department offers courses in GCSE Mathematics, GCSE Further Mathematics, AS, A Level and Further Mathematics. All courses follow the CCEA specifications. ​ Often referred to as – “the people that count,” our aims in the department include; ​ raising the level of mathematical attainment of each pupil, ensuring that pupils make progress in Mathematics throughout their schooling, enabling pupils to appreciate the usefulness of Mathematics in everyday life and across the curriculum, enabling as many pupils as possible to appreciate the beauty and elegance of Mathematics, challenging the mathematically able and allow them to develop a fascination for Mathematics which will encourage them to study the subject further. Maths Department Pupils at Work Staff Mrs C Anderson (Head of Department) Dr G I Boreland Mrs J Kelly Mrs P D McDowell Mr M Monteith Dr L Moore Mrs C J Swift (Part-Time) Personal Development Mathematics can also make a contribution towards the personal development of our pupils by promoting the following skills: ​ 1. Working in a logical and systematic manner. This involves not only careful and accurate execution of routine tasks neatly presented, but also elements of appraisal and review as the task proceeds. 2. Working independently. Pupils will have developed mathematically when they are asking their own questions….why?…. how?….what if?….does the order matter?……. 3. Working co-operatively. The aim here is to emphasise the interactive nature of Mathematics. Many areas, including statistical work and problem solving, are often better done in small groups. 4. Developing self-confidence. Mathematics can provide a challenge and a sense of achievement for all pupils. It can provide a sense of security amidst the uncertainties of everyday life. In how many other subjects is there always a correct answer? 5. Developing self-discipline. Mathematics encourages the self-discipline to work at an appropriate task, in some depth, over a period of time. ​ Mathematics has a vital role to play in its contribution to the school’s aims through the elements and skills listed above. However, our general objective is to provide a worthwhile and enjoyable programme of study and learning environment, so that after five or seven years at school, our pupils will leave not with negative feelings towards Mathematics, but with an appreciation of its usefulness, its language and its beauty. ​ KS3 Pupils in Years 8, 9 and 10 are taught in mixed ability classes, corresponding to the form classes and usually the classes have the same teacher for all three years. GCSE Pupils in Years 11 and 12 are taught in banded classes. Pupils are placed in rank order on the basis of the results of assessments during Year 10. The top 72 pupils (approximately) are offered the opportunity of taking both GCSE Mathematics and GCSE Further Mathematics. If places in these classes are not accepted, the offer is made to those pupils next in rank order. These pupils are accommodated in three equal classes of 24 pupils and take their GCSE Mathematics in Year 11 followed by their GCSE Further Mathematics in Year 12. ​ The remaining pupils are banded into four equal classes in year 11. We enter the vast majority of our pupils for the Higher-Level GCSE Mathematics with most pupils taking either the M4 and M7 modules or the M4 and M8 modules. A few pupils may take other combinations of modules. In all cases the aim is to give the pupils the best opportunity to maximise their grades. Decisions on modules to be taken are made in Year 12. A gender balance is sought within in each class, where possible. ​ Please refer to the Subject Choice for GCSE Information Booklet for further information on full course details and criteria for entry. ​ Cory Dawson selected to attend the National UKMT Summer school in 2020. GCE Pupils who choose to study A level in Years 13 and 14 are divided into up to five classes, in each year group. One of the Year 13 classes completes both AS and A2 GCE Mathematics in that year. The majority of these pupils then take GCE Further Mathematics in Year 14, though a few pupils (usually for careers reasons) complete the studying of Mathematics at this point. ​ The other three classes in each year group, study AS Mathematics in Year 13 with most then continuing to take the A2 in GCE Mathematics in Year 14. The A level classes are mixed ability and are set according to the other subjects the pupils are studying. The majority of these students have studied GCSE Further Mathematics in Year 12. A small number do not enjoy this background. ​ 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 8-10 In the department we set three different styles of homework: Sparx Maths homework – this is individually tailored homework set via an online platform. This is set weekly and will take between 30-60 minutes to complete. Formal homework that is completed in homework books and will be assessed by the class teacher, typically two per term. Short, continuation homework in their classwork book, in preparation for the next lesson. Years 11-12 As with Years 8-10, pupils in the GCSE classes will be set Sparx Maths homework, formal homework and continuation homework. Those pupils in GCSE Further Mathematics classes should expect continuation homework after each lesson. Years 13-14 Homework will generally be set at the end of a completed topic. On average, this will work out as one formal homework, in each two week period. Pupils will be expected to work independently on continuation homework in between timetabled lessons.

English & Drama About the Department Sullivan’s English and Drama Department boasts 7 full-time staff and plays a full, active role in the life of the school. Both English Language and English Literature are core GCSE subjects, with an average 100% of pupils scoring A* to C grades in English Language and approximately 99% achieving the same grades in Literature. It is not surprising, therefore, that this is a popular choice for Year 13 and 14 students with approximately 90% achieving A-C. We have opted to deliver the GCSE AS and A2 Level courses specified by CCEA, teaching a range of classic and more modern texts by Irish, British and American writers. Drama is now firmly established as a subject choice at GCSE and A Level. Students enjoy exploring modern and classic plays from a performance perspective. Their theoretical study informs their analysis of the live performances they see throughout their course. Creative Writing Club Creative Writing Club Library mentors Creative Writing Club 1/8 GCSE Drama ​ Students develop critical skills and become practised in evaluating their own and others’ performances. The experience of working collaboratively on a creative project is a challenge that students relish and recognise as directly applicable to many working environments. We aim to be a friendly and inclusive department where every pupil is valued for their individual talents and encouraged to explore and develop their strengths. The Department aims to provide a stimulating curriculum and also provides pupils with the opportunity to experience a wide-range of extracurricular activities from drama performances and public speaking to creative writing. We want the pupils to enjoy their learning and discover a love for the subject shared by the teachers of English and Drama. Staff Mr C Heaney (Head of Department) Ms C Bowman-Kinnear, Drama Coordinator Mrs C C Dorman Mrs L R Graham (Part-Time) Miss E Jenkinson Ms K R Lomas (Part-Time) Ms C Patterson (Part-Time) Mrs R J Trainor English Departmental Aims There are 3 principal skill areas, described by the Northern Ireland Revised Curriculum and assessed at KS3 through Communication and at KS4, through GCSEs. These are: Talking and Listening. Reading. Writing. These activities are common to the work of all seven years. Through a range of stimuli, including literature, media and non-fiction, the pupils will have the opportunity to become critical, creative and effective communicators. The thinking skills, personal capabilities and learning experiences, as prescribed by the ‘Big Picture’ are integral to the teaching and learning of this learning area. Winning class of the Accelerated Reading Competition Kids Lit Quiz Author visit for KS3 –The Poetry Bloke; Craig Bradley Winning class of the Accelerated Reading Competition 1/4 Kids Lit Quiz ​ The aims and objectives which underlie the work of this department in the three elements are outlined below. The teaching and learning of English are viewed as holistic, and each activity and element occurring in the classroom at any given moment contributes to some degree, no matter how large or small, to the enhancing of the pupil’s command of each of the other perceived elements. At KS3 Drama will be taught as a discrete subject through modules and through opportunities to use active learning strategies. Drama Departmental Aims Each term, all Key Stage 3 students complete a Drama module in addition to their timetabled English classes. This work aims to expand their knowledge of theatre and drama texts. They are encouraged to explore all aspects of Drama and theatre including design during their Drama sessions. The wide array of topics ensure that pupils are exposed to a diverse range of genres, styles, and disciplines. The variety allows students to gain confidence in presentation, develop Working Together and have many opportunities to work creatively. Our Drama Theatre is a purpose-built space that allows students to experience many pathways in Drama. At Sullivan we offer GCSE and A Level Drama with pupils choosing both performance and design pathways. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ The Lyric Theatre is delighted to be partnering with over 20 schools from all across NI this year on our Lyric School’s Affiliation Scheme. The scheme aims to promote and develop drama study within affiliated schools through workshops, resource packs, careers advice and other exciting opportunities! ​ Key Stage 3 Years 8, 9 and 10 enjoy a varied curriculum where active learning strategies are used to enhance the development of the personal skills and capabilities prescribed by the Northern Ireland Revised Curriculum. Pupils study a range of poetry, prose and drama texts that are chosen for their appeal to both girls and boys and are appropriately challenging as well as enjoyable. As part of the Media strand of the revised curriculum, pupils also learn about multi-modal communication such as advertising and newspapers and they are encouraged to develop their ICT skills through designated tasks. Pupils are assessed in Talking and Listening, Reading and Writing in the junior school. Opportunities to experience live theatre or hear the work of authors and poets are provided as frequently as possible. As well as classroom teaching, there is plenty going on within and beyond the Department. We aim to bring pupils to the theatre as often as possible and we provide opportunity for attendance at poetry recitals and festivals when possible. We bring writers and performers into school for all year groups on a regular basis and we have been privileged to host the famous Irish writer Bernard MacLaverty and popular Teen fiction writers such as Tom Palmer and Dan Freedman. We have a thriving Creative Writing Club and we organise workshops throughout the year. Recent writers to visit school have been writer and broadcaster, Malachi O’Doherty, performance poet Chris Bradley and teenage author Sheena Wilkinson. Some senior pupils have also embarked on a sixth form Creative Writers’ Network, where students from various schools, together with professional writers, meet on a monthly basis to explore the craft of writing and share their own work. As a result of this, some very lucky pupils have had the opportunity to attend the prestigious Arvon professional writers’ course. We encourage our writers to publish their work and to enter competitions and we run our own annual poetry competition in school. The winning poet is awarded the Stella Northover Cup on Prize Day. In recent years some of our pupils have pursued their interest in writing into third level education. There is continued interest and success in public speaking and debating under the guidance of Ms Patterson and Miss Jenkinson, who coordinate competition entries, the Debating club and host the annual house Public Speaking Competition. A thriving Junior Drama club meets throughout the year, led by Mrs Trainor and Mrs Bowman-Kinnear, with the assistance of Sixth Form Students. Every other year, Junior Students produce a play, usually in the Autumn Term. Memorable performances include ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’, ‘A Christmas Carol’ and ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’. Our Senior Drama society is run by Mrs Bowman-Kinnear and our most recent public performance was ‘Comedy of Errors’ by William Shakespeare.The senior Drama Society spent the beginning of their February (2020) half term in London. During their visit they watched Six: The Musical, took part in numerous workshops and did lots of sightseeing. Speech and Drama Lessons are hosted in school and throughout the year students take part in a range of festivals and competitions. There are opportunities to enter competitions designed to provide a forum for their many talents. This year pupils have entered the Young Writers’ Competition, The Times Spelling Bee and the Kidz Lit Quiz in which we were most successful in 2009, qualifying for the finals in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. We also participate in Readathon to raise money for Click Sergeant and we have raised approximately £1,800 each year. We also encourage pupils to assist with Drama productions, act as Library mentors and join the editorial team for the School Magazine. GCSE English Language and English Literature are taught to all classes up to the end of Year 12, at which time all pupils will sit both English Language and English Literature GCSE papers. ​ GCSE English Language ​ Examination Board: CCEA The specifications for this subject consist of two elements; two external examinations worth a total of 60% and controlled assessment worth 40%. ​ Course Content External Assessment/Examination - pupils will sit two papers, worth a total of 60% Controlled Assessment is a core component of this subject. It is 40% of the course in English Language and the requirements are outlined below. Please refer to the Subject Choice for GCSE Information Booklet for further information on full course details and criteria for entry. ​ GCSE English Literature ​ Examination Board: CCEA The specifications for this subject consist of the following elements; two external examinations worth a total of 80% and controlled assessment worth 20%. Course Content External Assessment/Examination - there are two terminal examinations, which are worth 80% of the pupil’s final mark. Controlled Assessment is worth 20% of the pupil’s final mark. Pupils will be assessed on their written response based on a Shakespearean play. Please refer to the Subject Choice for GCSE Information Booklet for further information on full course details and criteria for entry. ​ GCSE Drama Examination Board: AQA Course Content This GCSE course follows AQA specification. Whilst studying Drama at GCSE, students will develop and refine their own performance skills. Throughout the course, students will work on published scripts as well as writing and developing their own group performances. The course is a key foundation for those who may wish to consider further study and training in the performing arts. Through the course, students will develop their analytical, communication and team work skills, which are crucial in a wide variety of careers. The creative industries are currently booming in Northern Ireland and through the course students will be encouraged and supported in building links with local theatre companies. This course is also very relevant to the study of English Literature and is a useful foundation for further study at A level of English Literature and Theatre Studies. Component 1: Understanding drama ​• Knowledge and understanding of drama and theatre • Study of one set play from a choice of nine • Analysis and evaluation of the work of live theatre makers Written exam: 1 hour and 45 minutes • Open book • 80 marks • 40% of GCSE Component 2: Devising drama • Process of creating devised drama • Performance of devised drama (students may contribute as performer or designer) • Analysis and evaluation of own work Devising log (60 marks) Devised performance (20 marks) • 80 marks in total • 40% of GCSE Component 3: Text in practice Performance of two extracts from one play (students may contribute as performer or designer) Performance of Extract 1 (20 marks) and Extract 2 (20 marks) • 40 marks in total • 20% of GCSE Please refer to the Subject Choice for GCSE Information Booklet for further information on full course details and criteria for entry. ​ GCE Pupils in year 13 can opt for English Literature at A level. Currently, English Language and English Literature at GCSE and GCE A level public examinations are those offered by CCEA. ​ GCE English Literature ​ Examination Board: CCEA Course Content This subject will be assessed in modules. The first two modules constitute an AS Level and are as follows: ​ AS Module 1 The Study of Poetry & Drama: The study of the poetry of Robert Frost & Seamus Heaney. The study of Tennessee Williams’, ‘A Streetcar Named Desire ​ AS Module 2 The Study of Prose Pre 1900 Pupils will study the novel ‘Frankenstein’ by Mary Shelley ​ The A2 Level modules are as follows: ​ A2 Module 1 The Study of Shakespearean Genres Pupils will study the tragedy ‘King Lear’ ​ A2 Module 2 The Study of Poetry Pre 1900 and unseen Poetry Pupils will study the poetry of Metaphysical poet John Donne and unseen poetry throughout the ages.​ ​ A2 Module 3 Internal Assessment Pupils will be required to write a 2500 word essay on two novels, at least one of which must be a 21st century novel. ​ Please refer to the Subject Choice for AS/A Level Information Booklet for further information on full course details and criteria for entry. ​ A-Level Drama & Theatre ​ Examination Board: AQA Course Content: ​ The specification inspires students to become independent theatre makers with the skills they need to go on to higher education, whether that is to study a course in drama and theatre or another subject. It has a practical focus as we want students to have an inspiring experience of A-level Drama and Theatre. This qualification emphasises practical creativity alongside research and theoretical understanding. ​ Students learn through experience, seeing theatre and making theatre for themselves. Students are introduced to a wide range of theatrical styles and contexts as they explore plays practically, devise and work on performances. ​ Students choose to develop as a: performer designer (lighting, sound, set, costume, puppets) director combination of these. ​ Whichever option they choose, students will gain many invaluable skills, both theatrical and transferable, to expand their horizons. Component 1: Drama and theatre ​ What is assessed Knowledge and understanding of drama and theatre Study of two set plays, one chosen from List A, one chosen from List B Analysis and evaluation of the work of live theatre makers ​ How it is assessed Written exam: 3 hours Open book 80 marks 40% of A-level ​ Questions Section A: one question (from a choice) on one of the set plays from List A (25 marks) Section B: one three part question on a given extract from one of the set plays from List B (30 marks) Section C: one question (from a choice) on the work of theatre makers in a single live theatre production (25 marks) Component 2: Creating original drama (practical) ​ What is assessed Process of creating devised drama Performance of devised drama (students may contribute as performer, designer or director) Devised piece must be influenced by the work and methodologies of one prescribed practitioner How it is assessed Working notebook (40 marks) Devised performance (20 marks) 60 marks in total 30% of A-level This component is marked by teachers and moderated by AQA. ​ Component 3: Making theatre (practical) ​ What is assessed Practical exploration and interpretation of three extracts (Extract 1, 2 and 3) each taken from a different play Methodology of a prescribed practitioner must be applied to Extract 3 Extract 3 is to be performed as a final assessed piece (students may contribute as performer, designer or director) Reflective report analysing and evaluating theatrical interpretation of all three extracts ​ How it is assessed Performance of Extract 3 (40 marks) Reflective report (20 marks) 60 marks in total 30% of A-level This component is marked by AQA. ​ Homework Years 8-10 ​ English Pupils can expect to have one reading homework every week and will be required to complete one piece of written homework each week. This could take the form of finishing off work in class, doing research, language work or extended writing. Drama ​ Pupils will be expected to complete three written assignments per term to complement the Drama module being taught. This may be research, a script or reflective extended writing. ​ Years 11-12 ​ English Language and English Literature Pupils will be likely to have one piece of written work each week which may consist of Controlled Assessment preparations, language work, summaries, essays or completion of work started in class. It is expected that pupils will be reading each week, in accordance with the demands of the subject. Drama Pupils will be expected to write up practical sessions in their notebooks after each session and there will be one written homework set per week after the theory class. As practical assessments approach, student should expect to spend a considerable amount of time rehearsing their performance pieces. ​ Years 13-14 ​ English Literature Homeworks will be in the form of reading, research, writing essays and in Year 13, completing coursework. Homeworks will be set on a regular basis to complement class teaching and pupils are expected to complete all tasks to a high standard, which will take a considerable amount of time. ​ Drama Pupils are expected to read widely around the set texts and to research a range of theatre genres and performance styles. Pupils are expected to write regularly about each set text and to write reflectively about their practical work. They are expected to see live performances frequently and as practical assessments approach, student should expect to spend a considerable amount of time rehearsing their performance pieces. ​ ​

Buy Our Illustrated Book This handsome, illustrated gift book will be welcomed and enjoyed by those associated with Sullivan Upper and indeed by everyone in the wider Holywood community. It is not a history book, although there is plenty of history in it; it is essentially a book of celebration. It tells many of the stories of the people who have attended the school, taught and worked in it or who have been associated with it, down through the years and up to the present day. There are numerous photographs, some showing the way things used to be and many taken by present day pupils showing the school as it is today. ​ This is a book to be treasured and enjoyed, read and re-read, as it tells of the genuine affection and regard in which the school is held by generations of people for whom it has been a hugely positive and influential part of their lives. From the introduction by Dermot Murnaghan to the importance of nicknames for Mark Simpson and early golfing success for Rory McIlroy, there is much here to discover through the recollections and reminiscences of the famous and not-so famous. The book was launched Thursday 24 September 2009. The Sullivan Upper School gift-book was finally unveiled on 24 September 2009, at a launch party hosted by BBC Ireland correspondent and Sullivan old-boy, Mark Simpson. As in the book, current pupils were heavily involved in the evening. Music was provided by Donnchadh Greene, Joel McMordie, Robbie Montgomery, Lor Costecalde and Sonny Robb and the latest addition to the curriculum was show-cased by Sullivan’s first ever GCSE Drama class. ​ There was a short word of thanks from Mr Stevenson and an address by the publisher, Claude Costecalde. They spoke of the book as a marriage of the old and the new, with both current and historical accounts of the school as a pillar of the local community. Mr Costecalde was especially emphatic about Sullivan’s history as an institution which supports diversity through uniformity and opposes conformity. ​ All that remains to be said is to remind you all, in the words of Mark Simpson, that when you think of the book, try to remember also that its nearly Christmas! ​ Jill Luke ​ September 2009

Sullivan Golf Society President - Mr Roger Salisbury Royal Belfast Golf Club Open to all Sullivan Alumni; past pupils and staff (current and previous), Governors and their guests. Starting times available from 1.00 pm to 2.00 pm, with dinner and prize-giving at 7.00 pm (Jacket and tie required). Cost £55 (£25 for members of RBGC) including green fee, meal and competition entry. Non golfers may wish to come along for the meal only (£20). Entries and communications may be made through the following (Tee times subject to availability): Stephen King07818727902 stephen.j.king479@btinternet.com Entry forms should be sent directly to the school (with payments please by cheque payable to Sullivan Upper School): FAO Dr Christina Byrnes Bursar Sullivan Upper School Belfast Road HOLYWOOD BT18 9E ​