Shimna News

Dear Parents & Carers, With the school year now up and running, I am pleased to update you on recent developments. The new timetable has bedded in very well. Students and staff have quickly adapted to the new schedule and previous pressure points, around break and lunchtime, have been significantly eased. Likewise, the introduction of epraise appears to be going well. Thank you to those of you who have already contacted us. If you would like to provide your own feedback, plea

Dear Parents & Carers, We look forward to welcoming back all year groups for the first day of the school year on Monday. On the eve of...

Dear Parents & Carers, As the term draws to a close, it is hugely satisfying to look back on the past year. Inside and outside the classroom, there have been many, many highlights. Whether it be in the sporting arena, school trips, performing arts, the Duke of Edinburgh / President’s Scheme or other extra-curricular clubs, it has been wonderful to see students and staff working together. With the significant upgrade in facilities which the new build project has brought, excit

Shimna News Dear Parents & Carers, As we reach the end of what has been a long and memorable term, we have a lot to be thankful for. Our new school is magnificent. The upgrade to our facilities is self-evident, as is the increase in space. Glasgiven and the sub-contractors who have contributed to the new build deserve enormous credit for their work. There is still some way to go, of course, before the project is complete. The demolition of the old school is underway, ahead

Dear Parents & Carers, Welcome to the final edition of Shimna News for 2024. It has been a tremendously productive and positive year, and I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to our students and staff for their collective efforts, as well as to you for your ongoing support of the College. Next year promises to be even more exciting - but more on that to follow on the next page. This week has been truly memorable, with our Presentation event on Tuesday afternoon and the