Last Tuesday, Year 12 students collected their mock results, marking an important milestone in their GCSE studies. The results provided a clear snapshot of their academic development so far and helped highlight next steps as they prepare for Year 13 and future pathways. Teachers and tutors supported students with advice on study skills, subject choices, and strategies to strengthen performance in upcoming assessments.

Yesterday our Year 11 students received their mock exam results, giving them a valuable insight into their current progress ahead of GCSEs. This offered an opportunity to reflect on strengths, identify areas for improvement, and set clear goals for the months ahead.

This week, students in Years 9 and 10 took part in inspiring and thought provoking sessions delivered by Made For More, a charity dedicated to educating and empowering young people.

Year 10 engaged in a powerful workshop on Drugs Awareness, exploring the risks, consequences, and pressures surrounding substance misuse. The session encouraged students to make informed, positive choices and reinforced the importance of looking after their physical and mental wellbeing.

Meanwhile, Year 9 took part in an impactful programme focused on Anti Bullying. Through real life stories and interactive discussions, students were challenged to consider the effects of bullying, the importance of empathy, and the role each person plays in creating a safe and respectful school community.

You’re invited to the Spring Concert!

Join us for an evening of fantastic live music at our Spring Concert.

Our talented students have been working incredibly hard to prepare a programme full of energy, creativity, and musical excellence.

From choirs to ensembles and everything in between, it promises to be a wonderful celebration of music and the arts.

Tickets and full details are available here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/.../spring.../e-qgazyj

Make sure to secure your seats early - we’d love to see you there!

Today we celebrated the success of our pupils who took part in the Ballyclare Music Festival last week. Their performances were outstanding and they represented the school with great pride.

We are tremendously proud of every pupil who participated. Thank you for the time, dedication, and commitment you show to the Music Department—it truly makes occasions like this possible.

Congratulations also to those who were placed in their classes; this is a wonderful achievement and a testament to your hard work.

Below is a full list of the results from the week.

1st place – Kristianne Lyttle in the Year 9 -10 Brass solo

1st place – Brass Ensemble

2nd place – Eve O’Leary Jordon Year 9-10 vocal solo

3rd place – Ana MacFarlane Year 9-10 vocal solo

2nd Place – Shannon Dougherty and Eve O’Leary Jordan Year 14 and under vocal duet

2nd place - Abigail Pye in the 13-14 Classical vocal solo and Musical Theatre

Abigail was also awarded the best overall vocal performance of the festival and received a bursary of £50

2nd place – Logan Weatherstone in the Year 8 Musical Theatre Solo

1st place – Faith Hamilton Year 11-12 piano solo

2nd place –Zoe Johnston Year 11-12 piano solo

3rd place – Holly McCroary Year 11-12 piano solo

1st place – Elspeth Purdy Year 13-14 piano solo

1st place – Emily Dobbin in the Year 9 -10 string solo

2nd place – Ruby Gardiner in the Year 9 -10 string solo

1st place – Sviat Donstov in the Year 11-12 string solo

2nd place –Sarah Dalzell in the Year 11-12 string solo

3rd place – Rachael Lovett in the Year 11-12 string solo

1st Place – Annabelle Brown in the Year 13-14 string solo

1st place – Orchestra in the Post-Primary Orchestra Class

2nd place – Hannah Lapsley Year 11-12 woodwind solo

3rd place – Grace Martin Year 11-12 woodwind solo

3rd place- Abi Caldwell Year 13-14 woodwind solo

1st place – Clarinet ensemble in post-primary woodwind ensemble

3rd place – Flute ensemble in post-primary woodwind ensemble

1st place– Scott Simms post-primary traditional solo

2nd place– Ashton Preston post-primary traditional solo

3rd place– Isaac Wylie post-primary traditional solo

1st Place – Junior Choir in Post Primary Choir

2nd Place – Senior Choir in Post Primary Choir

This week in culture club we made a Chinese Fish pendant meaning prosperity and abundance in Chinese culture.

A huge well done to all our students who were recognised this week for their hard work, commitment, and positive contributions to school life.

From academic success and creative talent to leadership, kindness, and personal progress, we are incredibly proud of every pupil who received an award. We hope your dedication inspires our whole school community and shows what can be achieved through effort and determination.

Congratulations to Isabella Douglas (Year 14) who has been selected to take part in the prestigious Cinemagic trip to Los Angeles, taking place 21st–28th June 2026!

Isabella applied for this highly competitive programme—open to students from across the island of Ireland—and was one of the few chosen to experience a week of filmmaking, workshops, and behind the scenes opportunities in LA.

We are incredibly proud of Isabella’s achievement and can’t wait to see all she learns and creates on this unforgettable adventure!