Shimna News

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We are delighted to be part of a research project with Síle Reilly, Queen’s University Belfast, exploring what nature connection means to post‑primary students and how it can be supported within school life. Sile reported “The Year 10 students who participated were a pleasure to work with, showing enthusiasm, curiosity and excellent skills in teamwork, debating, problem‑solving and presenting. They represented the values and ethos of Shimna Integrated College wonderfully, sha

Our Student Council met this morning to discuss two items shaping daily school life on a daily basis: uniform expectations and mobile phone use. There was a good deal of thoughtful, honest conversation as Young Ambassadors explored what works, what doesn't and how we can keep our College community focused, safe and ready to learn.

Our U14 Girls’ Football team represented the College at the FIFA Girls National Celebration tournament last Friday. The event took place at Allen Park, Antrim and featured 40 teams from across the country. In glorious weather, our girls lost their first game but remained unbeaten thereafter, growing in confidence as the tournament progressed. A special mention to Emily McClean and Molly McConnell, both of whom scored their first competitive goals for the team – a proud achiev

Ms Anderson, Head of Geography, writes: “We couldn't have asked for better weather for this year's river fieldwork - a fantastic end to the week! Year 11 had a busy day measuring the Shimna River, from its source near Ott Mountain all the way to its mouth in Newcastle. Lots of fun was had by all and the students managed to stay (mostly) dry!”