Shimna News

Year 9 students recently took part in an exciting digital experience using the Cyber Explorers programme, giving them a taste of the world of cybersecurity. Working on the Cyber Explorers platform, students explored a virtual world where they learned about different cyber skills and how these connect to future careers. They took on a range of challenges, putting their knowledge into practice and building their problem-solving skills along the way. The programme was a great wa

Following the successful completion of their NI Grassroots Football Coaching Qualification, our Junior Girls were invited to attend the UEFA Women’s Euros semi-final as special guests at Windsor Park. As part of this incredible experience, the girls proudly took on the role of flag bearers for the France vs Norway match, a magical opportunity that gave our future stars a behind-the-scenes glimpse of a major international event. After carrying out their duties in their new Eur

Congratulations to Aoife and Danielle who took part in the Ulster Athletics Championships earlier today. Aoife won the Junior Girls 1200m walk, with an outstanding performance. She was second also in the Junior Girls Hammer, throwing a personal best. Danielle clinched third place in the Junior Girls Discus and will join Aoife at the All-Ireland Schools Athletics Championships in Tullamore next month. Well done, girls!

On 29 April, 40 students from Year 8 and Year 9 proudly represented our school by taking part in the UKMT Junior Mathematical Challenge, a prestigious national competition that encourages mathematical reasoning, precision, and problem-solving skills. It focuses on testing mathematical thinking rather than routine methods, rewarding creativity and logical insight. Well done to the participants for their enthusiasm, resilience and commitment to developing their mathematical abi

Three of our students have been selected to attend international summer camps in Germany this August as part of our PASCH partnership programme. Year 11 GCSE German students Noah and Niamh, along with Year 13 AS Level German student Emily, have each been awarded fully funded scholarships for three-week summer camps in Germany. These fantastic awards, worth approximately €4000 each, cover flights, German tuition, accommodation, meals and excursions. Noah and Emily will travel