Transition Year is a dynamic and enriching programme rooted in our caring Loreto ethos and inspired by the vision of Mary Ward.
Aligned with the four student dimensions of the new Transition Year Programme Statement, Personal Growth, Being a Learner, Civic and Community Engagement, and Career Exploration, students are encouraged to discover their strengths, challenge themselves in new ways and realise their full potential.
Through subject sampling, innovative year-long and short modules, work experience, leadership opportunities and a rich programme of co-curricular activities, students develop the confidence, skills and social awareness needed to thrive in school and beyond. A diverse range of experiences, including bonding trips, community engagement initiatives, creative and sporting programmes, and leadership opportunities, foster resilience, responsibility, service and active citizenship while supporting students in making informed choices for Senior Cycle and their future pathways.
In Loreto Balbriggan all students participate in Transition Year.
“Transition Year has a long and successful history in the school and there are excellent structures and procedures in place. The curriculum is very broad and balanced. It is appropriately structured around an academic core, optional subjects and subject specialisms. Work experience is well integrated into the programme. The programme comprises many subjects not on the Leaving Certificate programmes and is adapted from year to year to ensure that it reflects students’ interests. In addition to participation in trips out of school, students engage in valuable co-curricular and extra-curricular learning experiences. The level of student collaboration and co-operation was very high in all lessons. Students are provided with many opportunities to develop independent learning skills. Project work, group work, presentation and research tasks are strong and valuable features of teaching and learning. (cf DES TY Inspection 2015)