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Policies

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Our policies support the safe, respectful and effective running of the school and help to ensure clarity and consistency for students, staff, parents/guardians and the wider school community.

Many of our policies are developed in consultation with students, staff, parents/guardians and the Board of Management, reflecting our commitment to partnership, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Below you will find a range of school policies and procedures. Click on any document to view or download it. If you require a paper copy of any policy, please contact the school office and we will be happy to assist you.

Admissions & Enrolment

Student Support & Wellbeing

  • Attendance Policy

Our approach to supporting positive school attendance and student engagement.

A whole-school strategy to promote attendance, participation and wellbeing.

Our approach to fostering positive relationships and preventing and responding to bullying behaviour.

Outlining the school’s commitment to child protection and safeguarding responsibilities.

Supporting a respectful, safe and positive learning environment for all students.

  • Critical Incident Policy

Guidance and procedures for responding to critical incidents affecting the school community.

  • Guidance Plan

Supporting students in the areas of personal, educational and career development.

  • Homework Policy

Promoting effective learning habits and student responsibility.

  • SPHE & RSE Policy

Supporting student wellbeing, relationships, personal development and respectful understanding.

  • Substance Misuse Policy

Guidance relating to alcohol, smoking, vaping and substance misuse.

  • Special Educational Needs Policy

Supporting inclusion and the provision of appropriate supports for students with additional educational needs.

  • Intimate Care Policy (Draft)

Guidance relating to intimate care needs and student dignity.

Teaching, Learning & School Life

  • Assessment Policy

Supporting assessment practices which promote learning, feedback and student progress.

  • Transition Year Plan

Information relating to our Transition Year programme and student experiences.

  • School Trips & Extracurricular Activities

Guidance and procedures relating to educational trips and extracurricular participation.

  • Visiting Speakers Policy

Supporting safe, appropriate and educationally valuable external contributions to school life.

Health, Safety & Administration

Our procedures for the safe and responsible use of digital technologies.

  • Administration of Medicines Policy

Procedures relating to the administration of medication in school.

  • Ancillary Safety Statement

Health and safety guidance & procedures relating to the school environment and operations.

  • Campus Security Policy

Measures and procedures supporting the safety and security of the school campus.

  • Complaints Procedures

Information outlining how concerns or complaints may be raised and addressed respectfully.

  • GDPR Policy

Guidance relating to data protection and the handling of personal information.

  • Green Schools Policy (Draft)

Supporting environmental awareness and sustainable practices within the school community.

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