Please see the document your child received today in relation to the upcoming secondary school open nights which will happen virtually from October 19th 2020 on each school's website. The document explains the process of how to apply and what to consider when applying to your chosen secondary school. Please note that the dates on page 3 need to be updated to reflect the calendar year for 2021.
The application form to apply to secondary school will be made available at a later date.
It is important that parents/guardians and pupils research their prospective schools and compile a list of questions or considerations for themselves such as*:
- subject choices
- extra-curricular activities
- values & ethos of the school
- the needs & interests of your child
- school uniform
- voluntary contribution & other associated costs with commencing secondary school
- vicinity to your home and ease of access to the school on a daily basis - if you are relying on public transport, please factor in the daily cost of this and the time it may add to your child's school day
- do you have right of entry to the school you are applying to? (i.e. a parent or sibling attended the school previously -some Limerick schools fill immediately on this basis)
- school start & finish times plus is there a shorter day weekly?
- do they offer homework club and/or supervised study?
- school facilities
*This list is not exhaustive, so please use it merely as a guide and add to it as you see fit.
The concerns, needs and questions of each parent & guardian will vary, so please consider your own situation carefully. The answers to most questions can be found on each school's website or will be addressed on the virtual open night. If you still have a question after researching and attending the open night, please contact your chosen school directly via email or phone. Please also bear in mind, that school schedules, procedures etc can change regularly, particularly during the current climate - so for the most up to date information please check their websites and social media pages rather than consulting a past pupil or siblings who may have or are still attending.
