Thomond Community College

Prospectus
Mission Statement
Thomond Community College aims to create a welcoming, caring, positive and supportive
learning environment. We will endeavour to facilitate the development of the human, spiritual and
academic potential in every student. This will provide students with a deep sense of respect for
themselves and others, thereby enabling them to become responsible members of society.

School Motto
The school motto ACE - Appreciate,
Appreciate students in our care
Celebrate, Educate is a clear statement
that we value and appreciate students in
our care, we celebrate and recognise the Celebrate and recognise the achievements
achievements and events in their lives and events in their lives
and we educate, in a holistic and person
centred way, developing the mental,
moral, and social capabilities of our Educate, in a holistic and person centred
students. way, developing the mental, moral, and
social capabilities of our students.

About our School

School Facilities
Sports Facilities

• 4 Outdoor Basketball /Soccer Court

• Full size Playing Pitch
• Indoor Basketball Court (International
standard)
• Fully equipped Weights and Fitness
Studio

In-school Facilities

• Home Economics Room

• 4 Science Laboratories/Physics/
Chemistry/Biology
• 3 Computer Laboratories
• 1 CAD Laboratory
• State-of-the-art Engineering facilities
• Cutting edge Construction Studies
• Fully equipped Library with a full time
Librarian
• Music Room
• School Canteen
• New Home Economics Room
• New Muisc Room
• New Extension with four additional class-
rooms and a purpose built ASD Suite
opening in January 2024
lnduction Programme
All First Year students participate in an Induction Programme.
Working with School Completion Programme,School routines, expectations
regarding homework, how work is to be presented, classroom rules, etc., are
all established.

This significantly reduces anxiety that is associated with the transition to

Post-Primary. Members of the student body who are trained in leadership and
play a constructive role in our pastoral care programme. Mentors are assigned
to incoming 1st years to help in their transition from primary to post-primary
school.

Business in the Community

Business in the Community aims to encourage corporate Ireland to increase the quality and extent of its
contribution to social and economic regeneration. This is achieved by making corporate social responsibil-
ity an essential part of strategic business practice in areas of the workplace,marketplace, community, and
the environment.

Thomond Community College, with support from Business in the Community

has established important links with the Limerick Institute of Technology and
with Johnson & Johnson Vision Care who provide the
following services for our students:

Student Metoring Programme

Skills@ Work Programme
Work Placement Programme
Bridge to Employment

Scholarships & Bursaries

Thomond Community College students have access to a number of Academic Scholarships and Bursaries.
Students can apply for Scholarships and Bursaries, with the majority applying for assistance with third level
courses.
The Greaney Family Scholarship, the Michael Treacy Scholarship and the Fr.Gerrry Daly Scholarship are pre-
sented each year to students who has satisfied a number of criteria.

GO4IT Programme
LIT Access Service works in partnership with Thomond Community College to deliver the Go4IT
programme. This programme aims to introduce the concept of lifelong learning and show that education
has a real purpose.

The main objectives of the Go4IT programme are:

• To facilitate increased access to third-level education by young people from the linked areas
• To raise awareness of educational options for young people and their families
• To provide young people with a positive experience of third-level education
• To support young people to reach their full educational potential
• To break down barriers and misconceptions the participants and their families may have in relation
to third-level education
• To demonstrate that third-level education is a welcoming and supportive place.

The first year of this programme begins in sixth class at primary school. Once the student enters second-
ary school, the programme works to support their transition and continue to engage them in experiential
activities until they complete their Leaving Certificate.
Curriculum
Thomond Community College offers students a broad curricular
experience. Programmes include an:

Junior Cycle Profile of Achievement

Junior Certificate Schools Programme
Transition Year (Optional)
Leaving Certificate
Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme
Leaving Certificate Applied Programme

Junior Cycle
Junior Cycle Profile of Achievement (JCPA)

Thomond Community College implements the JCPA, offer-

ing a broad range of subjects and learning experiences to
cater for the varying aptitudes and talents of our students.
The Curriculum is designed to develop the Key Skills, Man-
aging Myself, Staying Well, Communicating, Being Creative,
Managing Information and Thinking and Working with Others
and incorporates the 24 Statements of Learning
outlined in the DES Framework document. Students take nine
subjects for assessment purposes. In addition, students will also
partake in other non-examination subjects, short courses and learning
experiences.

CORE SUBJECTS OPTIONAL SUBJECTS OTHER NON EXAM SUBJECTS

Irish (unless officially exempt) Visual Art SPHE

English French CSPE
Mathematics Spanish Religion
Science Home Economics Physical Education
Business or Geography Music Guidance
History Wood Technology Student Voice
Engineering
Graphics

SHORT COURSES include

• Coding
• Digital Media Literacy
• Physical Education

Book Rental Scheme

The Book Rental Scheme provides students with all the textbooks and it is recommended that all
students participate in this scheme.
Senior Cycle

Leaving Certificate

The Leaving Certificate is a two year programme. It

is envisaged that all students will take a minimum of
seven subjects for their final examination.
A comprehensive range of subjects is offered to
students and subjects are allocated depending on
student interest and availability of resources.
Core Subjects
Irish, English and Mathematics

Option Subjects (select any four)

Accounting Art Biology
Business Chemistry Construction Studies
Design & Communication Graphics Engineering Spanish
French Geography History
Home Economics Music Physics
Physical Education (Exam Subject) Computer Science

Additional Subjects
Career Guidance Computers Physical Education Religious Education

Additional Programmes Available

Transition Year (Optional)

Transition Year (TY) is an innovative and exciting educational program offered to students who have
successfully completed their Junior Cycle Examinations. This one-year bridge between junior and sen-
ior cycle is designed to foster personal and academic development through a wide range of experiential
learning opportunities. As well as offering programmes, TY is a holistic educational experience helping
students developing Independence and self-directed, independent learning.

TY also offers a unique chance for students to explore their interests and passions, whether that’s in the
culinary arts, sports, or leadership roles and serves as a bridge between junior and senior cycle, allow-
ing students to mature academically and personally before they embark on the more demanding Leaving
Certificate program. Its diverse range of programs, including the Barista Programme, work experience,
coaching courses with the IRFU, and the TY Ambassador Programme enrich the educational experi-
ence, foster personal growth, and prepare students for the challenges of senior cycle and beyond. It truly
exemplifies the idea of holistic education by nurturing both the intellectual and personal development of
students.

Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA)

This is a distinct, self-contained, two year modular programme aimed at preparing learners for adult and
working life. It is characterised by educational experiences of an active, practical and student-centred
nature. Students are awarded credits for assignments and attendance, in addition to end of year written
examinations.
As an alternative to the traditional Leaving Certificate, LCA is best suited to students who may achieve
their potential in a practical programme with a strong vocational emphasis.
Student Supports Structures
• ASD Support Class
• Breakfast Club
• Chaplain
• Friends for Life
• Guidance & Counselling
• Homework Club (1st & 2nd Years)
• Home School Community Liaison Coordinator
• Jigsaw: One Good School Initiative
• LGBTQ+ Group
• Mind Out Programme
• Merit Award System
• Rainbows Bereavement Support Service
• School Completion Programme
• Student Support Team
• Supervised Study
• Special Education Needs
• Student Council
• Student Support Team
• Scholarships & Bursaries

Extra Curricular Activities

Extra-Curricular Activities play an important part in the day-to-day

activities of the college with a fully equipped Fitness Studio and PE
Hall, with outdoor basketball courts and playing field. Students who
are healthy in body and mind, respond better academically and we
encourage all students to become involved in the wide range of ac-
tivities on offer e.g.:

Soccer BT Young Scientist

Basketball STEM Stars
Choir & Music Regeron Science Academy
Rugby Table Quizzes
School Tours Anti-Bullying Committee
Gaelic Football School play/Musical
Athletics Formula 1 for schools
Badminton Student Enterprise
Adventure Sports Green Schools
Supervised Fitness Classes Dungeons & Dragons Club
School Tours Drama
Debating Chess Club
Library Club
Wellbeing
The area of Wellbeing is now formally part of the JCPA in Thomond Community College and includes
learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom to enhance the physical, mental, emotional and
social wellbeing of our students. Our programme will enable students to build life skills and develop a strong
sense of connectedness to our school and to the community.

Elements of the Wellbeing programme include:

• Physical Education
• SPHE (incorporating RSE)
• CSPE
• Religious Education
• Information Communication Technology (ICT)
• Guidance
• Study Skills
Friends for Life Programme
The Friends for Life Programme is the world’s leading school-based early intervention and prevention
programme for reducing the risk of anxiety disorders in children and young people.
The programme, taught over 10 sessions, teaches children and young people how to cope with feelings of
fear and worry by giving them the skills to help them to manage difficult situations, now and in later life.

Restorative Practice (RP) UBUNTU

Restorative Practice (RP) is used in the school to promote and support positive interactions. It enables
students to self-regulate behaviour and learn from their mistakes. Restorative approaches help to build
relationships and minimise conflict, and provide a mechanism to deal with conflict in a healthy manner
when it does occur. RP is based on the values of respect for others, empathy, fairness, personal
accountability and honesty.
Healthy Eating Policy
The school canteen service, provided by The School Food Company, provides healthy choices in hot and cold
food and beverages. Choices fall within the recommended portion size for teenagers, are low in salt and fat,
especially saturated fat & trans-fat, with more fruit & vegetable choices, and snacks & drinks containing less
sugar.

Green Schools Programme

The Thomond Community College Green Schools Committee promotes whole school awareness of envi-
ronmental issues and also coordinates a school wide action plan to promote sustainability of
environmental issues. We are proud to say that we are currently on our fifth
biodiversity flag.
 PRINCIPAL
Ms. Vivienne Hogan

DEPUTY PRINCIPALS
Mr. Declan Fitzgerald
Mr. Donal Doody

CONTACT INFORMATION
Thomond Community College,
Moylish Park, Limerick.
V94 V342

T: 061-452422
WEBSITE
www.thomondcommunitycollege.ie
EMAIL
info@thomondcommunitycollege.ie

Enrolment Procedure

Thomond Community College participates in the Common Application System (CAS) operating in the
greater Limerick City area. Applications for enrolment in first year are processed through this system. CAS
application forms are available through the Primary Schools and are also available from our school office.
All other applications are processed, by completing an application form, which is available at the
main office. Our Admissions Policy can be viewed on www.thomondcommunitycollege.ie