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Home > Academic > Transition Year

Transition Year

The Transition Year Programme – an overview

This is a one year optional Programme taken between Junior Cycle and Senior Cycle i.e. Year 4.

Its objectives are to:

  • Facilitate a smooth transition between Junior and Senior Cycle
  • Encourage personal and social development
  • Recognise the need for students to grow in independence
  • Foster academic achievement
  • Help students prepare for Leaving Cert and working life
  • What are the aims of TY?
  • Education for Maturity
  • Education through experience of adult and working life
  • The promotion of general, technical and academic skills
  • Emphasis on interdisciplinary and self-directed learning

What do students study?

Core Subjects:

English

Irish

Mathematics

Physical Education

A  European Language

History/Geography

Science

Physics

Biology

Chemistry

Agricultural Science

Extra Modules in:

Gardening

Driving Course

Chinese

First Aid

Golf

Photography

Physical/ Outdoor Pursuits e.g. Swimming, Yoga, Golf, Gym

Other TY events include:

  • Induction trip – Cappanalea
  • Field Trips / Excursions
  • Visiting speakers
  • Gaisce Awards
  • Various Fundraising Activities
  • Work Experience (2 x 1 week)
  • Musical
  • School Tour

Methodologies used:

  • Active and learner focused
  • Teacher as facilitator
  • Collaborative learning
  • Group work /pair work
  • Role play/simulations
  • Project work/Field work
  • Negotiated learning
  • Practical work
  • Out of school visits

Assessment

Assessment is continuous throughout the year and students build up a portfolio of completed work. An interview and portfolio assessment takes place at the end of the year on which they are graded. Students are issued a Certificate by the school and the Department of Education. A Graduation ceremony for students and parents take place in late May.

Recent posts

  • Leaving Cert Information Session 21-22 November 24, 2021
  • First Year Parents Presentation-June 2021 June 11, 2021
  • LC Graduation 2021 May 27, 2021

Contact Information

School: Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine
Address: Kenmare Co. Kerry, V93K580, Ireland
Principal: Mr Dermot Healy

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