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Welcome
Welcome to The High School Ballynahinch website.
It will give you detailed information about the school in general and also about current activities.
We are dedicated to the promotion of learning through high quality teaching in a caring, disciplined school environment as well as in the local and wider communities.
The needs of pupils are central to our school. We aim through a broad curriculum involving co-operation with local schools and other providers to offer an extensive portfolio of subjects suitable for a wide range of abilities. Sport also has an important role to play in helping pupils develop their many and diverse talents.
We hope you enjoy navigating our new website. Feel free to phone the school should you wish to visit or ask any questions.
Read moreOur Curriculum
See More- Art & Design
Art & Design
We provide a wide variety of creative and expressive experiences for our pupils, encouraging creativity, independent thinking and an enquiring mind. Art and Design provides pupils with unique ways of expressing feelings and ideas about the world they live in.
- Business Studies
Business Studies
Business Studies is an exciting, dynamic course that prepares students for the challenges of the 21st Century by introducing them to the world of business.
- Child Development
Child Development
GCSE course studing parenthood, pregnancy and the new-born baby, from 0 to 5 years old.
- Design & Technology
Design Technology
Design Technology is principally concerned with 'problem solving' which involves the application of scientific principles. There are three distinct areas of study within the subject - Design, Manufacturing, and Technological Knowledge.
- English & Literacy
English & Literacy
We encourage pupils to develop and improve their competence in the communication skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. All our Schemes of Work are differentiated ensuring all pupils are accommodated and we work closely with our Special Educational Needs Coordinator to provide additional support when necessary.
- Geography
Geography
The study of geography encourages pupils to make connections between different pieces of information, to form opinions, make decisions and create well thought out arguments based on evidence. It allows them to build upon their knowledge and understanding of the world in which they live and gain a deeper understanding of their role and place in our world.
- History
History
We aim to develop and empower pupils creative thinking, problem solving, curiosity, time management, managing information, exploration and resilience skills through the study of history.
- Home Economics
Home Economics
Home Economics prepares young people for independent living. Pupils acquire knowledge, understanding and practical skills in areas such as diet, food choice, family, financial and consumer awareness.
- ICT
Information Computer Technology
ICT is an essential part of modern life; we give students a basic competence at KS3 with the opportunity to progress to GCSE at KS4.
- Learning for Life
Learning for Life and Work
Pupils will learn to become responsible citizens and will understand the rights and responsibilities of citizens of Northern Ireland. They will develop attitudes of tolerance, understanding, loyalty and respect for those around them.
- Mathematics & Numeracy
Mathematics & Numeracy
Mathematics is an essential tool for everyday life, being necessary in many aspects of work and leisure, but it is also a valuable subject in its own right, having made a significant contribution to the development of our present society. We encourage pupils to be aware that their mathematical knowledge and skills are transferable to other subjects such as Science, Geography, and Technology.
- Modern Languages
Modern Languages
Languages extend horizons! Learning a language is always more successful and also more enjoyable if it is seen as entering another world, and exploring a different culture and way of life.
- Music
Music
In the Music Department we realise that all pupils are different and have varying abilities in music, and therefore the most important thing is that they try their best and enjoy what they are doing! Music should always be fun!
- Occupational Studies
Occupational Studies
We offer courses at Key Stage 4 in Electrical Wiring Installation, Vehicle Maintenance, and Beauty Services.
- Physical Education
Physical Education
We are a school with a long and successful sporting tradition and have always emphasised the importance of pupil involvement in a broad range of both team and individual sporting activity. The benefits of playing sports cannot be over stated. Through participation in sports pupils can adopt life-long interests which will improve their physical and mental health and social relationships.
- Religious Education
Religious Education
In the RE department, along with other agencies such as the home and the church, we are concerned with the spiritual and moral development of young people. We believe that it is very important to have a clear vision for the subject and those young lives temporarily entrusted to our care.
- Science
Science
Science is the systematic and organised study into the world around us which allows us to gain a deeper and often more useful understanding. We endeavour to highlight the importance of developing pupils as individuals, contributors to society, and contributors to the economy and environment.
Testimonials
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"I would recommend The High School Ballynahinch as my daughter loves to go there every day"
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"My son loves The High School Ballynahinch - happy atmosphere, friendly staff and all round excellent school"
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"I'm glad my daughter chose The High School Ballynahinch for her secondary educational journey."
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