Starting secondary school is a big step for any young person.
In Mulroy College we take great time and care to ensure a smooth transition for all first years with a year long programme to ensure they are both well prepared and well ready for everything exciting we have to offer.
Step 1
When students are in 6th class the Principal of Mulroy College, another teacher and some students from Mulroy College visit every primary school and gives a presentation with information about Mulroy College and transitioning into secondary school.
Step 2
A number of key documents are available on our website for you to access:
- School prospectus
- Junior Cycle Curriculum Booklet
- A presentation from our Principal
- A welcome message from our Senior Student Leadership Team
- A welcome message from some first years
- Open Night Presentation
Step 3
All 6th class students are invited to an Open Day where they sample all new subjects and follow a timetable for the day
Step 4
All 6th class students are invited to an Open Evening with their families to access all areas of the school and meet staff and students
Step 5
All students enrolled complete an entrance test
Step 6
- All students enrolled are invited into the school in May for a Transfer Day
- They meet their class teacher and year head
- All students are grouped into their groupings for the following year so students are aware of all other students in their class to alleviate any anxieties for September
- They receive a transfer booklet that gives them all the information they need about starting in Mulroy College in September
Step 7
First year students receive their books, timetables, diaries, stationary before school starts
Step 8
First years start school before any other students and complete a week long induction programme with their class teacher. Every day for one week class teachers take students from 9am-11am to ensure they are familiar with everything and support them where needed
Step 9
All first years are assigned a mentor, an older student to support them throughout their year in first year.
Step 10
All first years take part in a friendship day at the end of September, a day full of team building games and plenty of fun.
