Woodlands Academy New Educational Programmes & Current Curriculum

Mission Statement To Encourage and Assist student development in a positive environment, whilst providing a unique and cultural learning experience, enabling students to reach their full potential

Subject Curriculum Mathematics English Literature Science History Geography French *NEW Information Technology Home-Economics *NEW Catholic Formation Art

Subject Frequency Mathematics and Science 5 classes per week English Literature, Geography, History 4 classes per week French & Information Technology 3 classes per week Home-Economics, Catholic Formation, Art 2 classes per week

English & Study Hall 70 Minutes of English is taught per day PLUS 70 Minutes of Study Hall per evening

Recent Updates to Curriculum  French introduced in 2011  Study Skills integrated in all subjects  Home Economics introduced in 2011

Assembly & Awards School Assembly, once per week The Assembly is given by the Director and various talks are given. Twice monthly we have Awards which are personalised certificates given out at to individual students whom are recognised in different areas of achievement

Cyber-Bullying Education Woodlands Academy embraces digital technology which is now a large part of our children’s lives. Even though the use of Digital Technology’s pros outweigh the cons in particular with Social Media, Woodlands believe appropriate training is necessary for our students’ self protection, from the dangers associated with Social Media. In October, each class at Woodlands underwent classes in how to protect themselves from Cyberbullying. A total success.

Sexual Education Awareness In 2012, Woodlands Academy, understanding the need for Sexual Education invited ‘Pure in Heart’, an Irish Catholic charitable organisation, established and run by young adults, to come to Woodlands to speak to our students (over 13 years). This proved to be very effective and according to our student feedback afterwards, it was less embarrassing for them in this group setting to talk about these sensitive subjects. Feedback from Parents was incredible with 100% grateful to us for this extra education. The following topics were covered: Sex and sexuality What is love? The difference between love and lust Relationships and marriage The gift of life Pressures to be sexual Modesty and respect for ourselves and others Chastity and how to live it Issues that arise from sexual activity outside the marriage Due to the success of this talk, we will be running this program again in early Spring of next year

New Student Council The Student Council was implemented in September 2013 WHAT is a Student Council? 2 Student Representatives per class are elected by fellow students Forming the Student Council, these students attend monthly meetings and liaise with a Teacher Representative with their views, suggestions and feedback on many different aspects of Academy life WHY implement a Student Council? Students have a right to be heard This council gives students a VOICE, Empowering our Students

Education on Nutrition In 2011, Paula Mee, a famous Irish Nutritionist came to Woodlands to talk to our students about the importance of Nutrition while they are residing at Woodlands. Since then, Paula Mee gives lectures at Woodlands to each new generation. Topics Covered Importance of Healthy Eating Weight Control Importance of Exercise Diet & Exercise in Moderation The information the students learn throughout this talk stays with them not only at Woodlands but throughout their lives

Woodlands Academy Clinic Options

Weekday Clinic Options Irish Dancing Basketball Tennis Horse-Riding Swimming Aerobics Ballet Junk Kouture *NEW Piano is offered as an extra weekday activity combined with one of the in-house activities above Cost: €415 (Autumn), €620 (Spring), €1,035 (Annual) Each student participates in 2 of the following:

Junk Kouture * NEW * Introduced Initially a Saturday Clinic, now a Weekday Clinic due to High Demand It is a National Competition for second level students in Ireland challenging teenagers to create fashion from everyday junk Junk Kouture aims to inspire and ignite passion in teenagers, educating about the importance of recycling and reusing waste

Saturday Morning Clinics Zumba Golf Futsal Hip Hop A chance to try out something NEW A choice of 1 of the following Sports clinics:

Saturday Afternoon Clinics Musical Drama Fashion Design Digital Photography Discovering Talents & Promoting Individuality A choice of 1 of the following Cultural Clinics: Graphic Design Make-Up Oil Painting