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Board of Governors' Annual Report BOARD OF GOVERNORS’ ANNUAL REPORT A long established tradition of achievement, success, quality teaching and learning 2009/2010 FOREWORD The Board of Governors’ Report for 2009/2010 highlights, in considerable detail, the school’s continuing achievement in every aspect of its life and work. St Mary’s was described in ‘The Sunday Times’ (Autumn 2009) as ‘impressive’, ‘remarkable’, and offering a ‘culture of excellence and achievement’ and, as I reflect on these accolades, it is fitting to place them firmly in the context of our school motto: Gloria Deo Soli. These simple, powerful words confirm for us our motivation and purpose in all that we do in St Mary’s. The St Mary’s community is defined by ‘exemplary’ pupils (ETi, February 2008) and ‘supportive’ and ‘encouraging’ parents/guardians. They, in turn, would wish me to pay tribute to the staff of St Mary’s who are unrivalled in their dedication and loyalty to the school. Should you wish to discuss any issue arising from the contents of this report, please do not hesitate to contact me at the school (8.30 am- 5.00 pm) on or before 9 December 2010. __________________ D A Lambon Principal and Correspondent to the Board of Governors December 2010 CHAIRMAN’S INTRODUCTION I am very pleased indeed to introduce the Board of Governors’ Annual Report for 2009/2010. It is, as always, a source of great pride and admiration for Governors to record the many achievements and successes of the school. The indefatigable efforts of students and staff and the generous support and encouragement of parents/guardians ensure an environment where success is achieved and valued. In the local and wider community, St Mary’s rightfully takes its place as a leader. The report’s centrefold gives pride of place to the impressive and diverse range of awards which have affirmed the school’s work this year. From the National Training Award to the Green Flag Award and the prestigious EFQM recognition, St Mary’s proves again and again that it is a market leader not only in its academic and extra- curricular work but also in its organisational structure and systems. I am particularly pleased to draw your attention to the Investor in People Gold Award, received in August 2010. St Mary’s first became an Investor in People organisation in 1999 and its Gold status some eleven years later, places it among the top 4% of organisations in the United Kingdom. St Mary’s has long recognised the value, indeed necessity, of recruiting, retaining and developing the highest quality staff. The Investor in People Gold Award recognises their work, talent and selflessness: ‘The culture of the school ensures that everyone is given the opportunity to learn and emphasis is placed on individuals taking responsibility for their own development, on a professional level through an extensive range of opportunities available and on a personal level through the wide ranging number of extra-curricular activities on offer.’ Investor in People Assessment Report – June 2010 You will also note with interest the strides which have been made in forging international links in Africa as part of the ‘Connecting Classrooms Project.’ These significant developments will give a global context to the school’s work and create exciting opportunities for teaching, learning and future employment. I commend this report to you and, on behalf of the Board of Governors, I wish to thank staff, pupils and their parents/guardians for their continued hard work and interest in the school. _____________________ Paddy Bradley Chairman, Board of Governors December 2010 Annual Report CONTACT DETAILS St Mary’s Grammar School 3 Castledawson Road Name and Address: Magherafelt Co Derry BT45 6AX Telephone: 028 7963 2320 Fax No: 028 7963 4250 E-Mail: [email protected] Office Hours: 8.30am – 5.00pm Principal: Mr D A Lambon Chairman, Board of Governors: Mr P Bradley Enrolment: 1079 Admissions No: 154 Age Range: 11-18 years Voluntary, Co-educational Type of School: Grammar School St Mary’s Grammar School Annual Report CONTENTS MEMBERSHIP OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2009/2010 ......................................... 1 SUBJECT CHOICE 2009/2010 ............................................................................................ 2 THE CURRICULUM 2009/2010 ........................................................................................... 3 ANNUAL ATTENDANCE RATES AND LEAVERS’ DESTINATIONS ................................ 5 PUBLIC EXAMINATION RESULTS .................................................................................... 5 EDUCATION FOR MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING (EMU) .................................................... 9 ACTIVITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS 2009/2010 ................................................................ 10 TRAVEL ............................................................................................................................. 36 CHILD PROTECTION ........................................................................................................ 38 SPORTS REVIEW 2009/2010 ............................................................................................ 39 CAREERS EDUCATION AND GUIDANCE ....................................................................... 48 STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING ......................................................................... 51 SPECIALIST SCHOOL ...................................................................................................... 52 MAGHERAFELT LEARNING PARTNERSHIP .................................................................. 56 SECURITY .......................................................................................................................... 58 FINANCIAL STATEMENT ................................................................................................. 58 St Mary’s Grammar School Annual Report MEMBERSHIP OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2009/2010 MEMBERSHIP UP UNTIL MARCH 2010 Mr P Bradley 1 Chairman Monsignor O’Bryne 1 Deputy Chairman Miss E Bradley 1 Ms M Diamond 1 Mr J McBrien 1 Mrs M Brown 3 Mr J McKee 1 Mr S McNeill 2 Mrs M Carr 4 Principal and Correspondent to Mr D Lambon Board of Governors MEMBERSHIP FROM MARCH 2010 - PRESENT Mr P Bradley 1 Chairman Monsignor O’Bryne 1 Deputy Chairman Miss E Bradley 1 Ms M Diamond 1 Mr R Scott 3 Rev. Fr Gates 1 Mr J McKee 1 Mr S McNeill 2 Mrs M Carr 4 Principal and Correspondent to Mr D Lambon Board of Governors 1 Appointed by Trustees 2 Appointed by the Department of Education 3 Elected by Parents 4 Elected by the Teaching Staff St Mary’s Grammar School Page 1 Annual Report SUBJECT CHOICE 2009/2010 GCSE LEVEL Additional Mathematics History Art and Design Home Economics Biology ICT Child Development Irish Chemistry Mathematics Drama Music Economics Physical Education English Physics English Literature Religious Studies French Science – Double Award Geography Spanish German Technology and Design GCE AS LEVEL Applied Business History Art and Design Home Economics Biology ICT Business Studies Irish Chemistry Mathematics Design and Technology Music Economics Physical Education English Literature Physics French Politics Geography Religious Studies German Spanish Health and Social Care Theatre Studies GCE A LEVEL Applied Business Health & Social Care Art and Design History Biology ICT Business Studies Irish Chemistry Mathematics Design and Technology Music Economics Physical Education English Literature Physics French Politics Further Mathematics Religious Studies Geography Spanish German Theatre Studies St Mary’s Grammar School Page 2 Annual Report THE CURRICULUM 2009/2010 KEY STAGE 3 (YEARS 8-10) YEAR 9 YEAR 8 YEAR 10 NUMBER OF AREAS OF NUMBER OF NUMBER OF SUBJECTS PERIODS STUDY PERIODS PER PERIODS PER PER FORTNIGHT FORTNIGHT FORTNIGHT English English with Library Skills 5 5 6 Drama 1 1 1 Mathematics 7 7 7 Mathematics Financial Capability - - 1 Science 6 6 6 Science and Technology and Design 3 3 3 Technology Information Technology 2 2 - History 4 4 5 Environment Geography 4 4 5 and Society Home Economics 3 3 3 Creative and Physical Education 4 5 4 Expressive Art 2 2 2 Studies Music 3 2 2 Two from: French 5 5 4 Language Irish 4 5 5 Options German 4 5 5 Spanish 4 5 5 Religious Studies 5 4 4 Learning for Life and 2 2 2 Work / PSE St Mary’s Grammar School Page 3 Annual Report KEY STAGE 4 (YEARS 11-12) ALL PUPILS NUMBER OPTIONS NUMBER AREAS OF STUDY SUBJECTS OF PERIODS PER OF PERIODS PER FORTNIGHT FORTNIGHT Year 11 Year 12 Year 11 Year 12 English English 7 8 English Literature Mathematics Mathematics 8 8 or 9 *Additional Mathematics Either: 14 12 Double Award Or: or Science and Chemistry 7 6 Technology + Physics 7 6 + Biology 7 6 Technology & Design 7 6 ICT 7 6 Child Development 7 6 History 7 6 Environment and Geography 7 6 Society Home Economics 7 6 Economics 7 6 Physical Education 2 2 Art 7 6 Creative and Expressive Drama 7 6 Studies Music 7 6 Physical Education 7 6 (GCSE) At least one of: French 7 6 Or: Language Irish 7 6 Studies Or: 7 6 German Or: 7 6 Spanish Religious Studies 6 6 or 7 Learning of Life and 2 3 Work/Careers and PSE *Additional Mathematics = Two groups study Mathematics and Additional Mathematics in the allocated time over the fortnight. St Mary’s Grammar School Page 4 Annual Report ANNUAL ATTENDANCE RATES AND LEAVERS’ DESTINATIONS ANNUAL ATTENDANCE RATES Annual Attendance Rates Number of possible Number of % Attendance attendance sessions sessions attended 393808 379280 96.3 SCHOOL LEAVERS’ DESTINATIONS Year 12, 13 and 14 % of leavers going to: Year Number
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