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Mission Statement Our mission is the provision of a broad, relevant, curriculum for our students, through which they can develop their full potential. We aim to prepare our students to participate as good Christians and as good citizens in society.
School Ethos Ballinamore
Post-Primary Schools aim at helping students develop in the personal, academic,
sporting, cultural and spiritual dimensions of their lives.
The intention is to help equip our students with the personal and the
learning skills, which will assist them in their adult and professional lives. Ballinamore
P.P.S. has a strong sporting tradition in Gaelic Football, Basketball and
Athletics; winning All Ireland titles in Basketball in 1995, Gaelic Football in
2000 and Athletics in 2001 and numerous Connacht The schools commitment to Christian values and to the importance of community involvement is essential for an educational environment which helps to promote the strengths of each pupil. We provide for the pastoral care of students with a career guidance teacher. The learning support department assists students who have learning difficulties. To help bridge the gap from primary to second level, first years have an orientation day on their first day in school. In terms of the performing arts, occasional concerts and plays have given students opportunities to develop their dramatic and vocal skills. Participation in public speaking, quizzes and in the All-Ireland Slógadh competitions is encouraged and facilitated by teachers. The school magazine gives students a chance to exercise their creative and descriptive abilities. Educational tours to European Countries have provided students with opportunities to experience other cultures. Visits to theatres and cinema as well as field trips are also provided for students.
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