Last week, we celebrated achievement across the College with assemblies marking the tremendous academic work, effort and milestones of students over the past term. Check out the film to see who achieved our very first Gold milestone award - a very deserving Year 13 student. Parents & carers can download the ePraise app or login at www.epraise.co.uk using the email supplied to the College. You will be able to view positive feedback giving you a clear window into your child’s

Last Wednesday, our Year 13 students attended the Lecale Careers Event in Downpatrick. It was a great opportunity to explore a wide range of post-school options with employers, universities, colleges and training providers. Thank you to Stephen Glass, Lecale Coordinator, for organising this worthwhile and informative event.

Well done to the team of Shimna runners who competed in the Down Cross-Country Championships on Thursday. Competing in very challenging weather condition at the Bishops C ourt Racetrack  in Downpatric k, our students did us proud.   Particular congratulations go to the three Shimna runners who have qualified for the Ulster Championships in Mallus k: Jamie Magee (Year 9), Jamie O’Flaherty (Year 12) and, second in the senior race, Kari Foster (Year 13). Year 8 student Ellie Mo

Episode 2 of our sports podcast series is now available. Great interviews with our multi-talented Head Girl Rachel Hodge and a rising soccer star in Year 8, Noah Sloan.   Spotify:   https://open.spotify.com/episode/2LrjKSgxKurT8p6k41p1x1?si=a_aPxsVMQh-Vb4abXE3GUA   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/episode-2/id1861795768?i=1000747998569

Dear Parents & Carers, It’s been an incredibly busy and positive first half of term, with mock and public examinations, our Open Morning, Sixth Form student interviews, school trips and, despite the rotten weather, plenty of sporting and extra-curricular activity. Students and staff have earned a good break, I think!   I’d like to take the opportunity to update you on a few matters. --- 1. Staff Development Day - 16 March 2026 The Department of Education has granted schools a