Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Child's Future Starts Here at Lisnagarvey High School
Established in 1957, Lisnagarvey High School has been dedicated to providing tailored education that meets individual needs while fostering mutual respect and responsibility. Our teaching approaches encourage students to strive for personal goals through a challenging, innovative curriculum. With a focus on varied learning styles, we ensure accessibility to curricular content. The school consistently achieves outstanding academic results, including 70% of students securing at least 5 GCSEs graded A*-C, including Maths and English.Our commitment to 'Success for All' is reflected in our supportive environment, extensive extracurricular opportunities, and a legacy of nurturing talent across academic, artistic, and sporting domains.
Services
Secondary Education
Sixth Form Programmes
Special Educational Needs
Extracurricular Activities
Pastoral Care
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- We offer over 65 years of experience in secondary education.
- Our curriculum is tailored to individual learning styles and needs.
- We consistently achieve top GCSE results in Northern Ireland.
- We provide extensive extracurricular opportunities for holistic development.
- Our staff prioritise student well-being and academic support.
What people say
Highest GCSE achievements
Supportive teaching staff
Engaging extracurricular activities
Inclusive learning environment
Strong student well-being focus
Services
Secondary Education
Lisnagarvey High School provides comprehensive secondary education for students aged 11-16, with a curriculum designed to challenge and engage. Our experienced teachers employ varied methodologies to accommodate different learning styles, ensuring accessibility to all subjects. The school consistently achieves outstanding GCSE results, with 70% of students securing at least 5 GCSEs graded A*-C, including core subjects.
Sixth Form Programmes
Our Sixth Form offers advanced academic pathways for students aged 16-18, preparing them for university or employment. With 85% of students achieving 3 A Levels graded A*-C, our programmes combine rigorous academic study with career guidance. Students benefit from dedicated facilities and specialist teaching staff focused on higher education preparation.
Special Educational Needs
We provide tailored educational support for students with special needs through our dedicated SEN department. Individual learning plans, specialist resources, and targeted interventions ensure equal access to the curriculum. Our staff work closely with parents and external agencies to create inclusive learning environments that maximise student potential.
Extracurricular Activities
The school offers extensive extracurricular opportunities including sports teams, music ensembles, drama productions, and academic societies. These activities promote teamwork, leadership, and personal development beyond the classroom. Students have access to modern facilities for athletics, arts, and technology-based clubs throughout the academic year.
Pastoral Care
Our comprehensive pastoral care system supports student well-being through form tutors, counsellors, and mentorship programmes. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to bullying while promoting mutual respect and responsibility. Regular progress reviews and parent-teacher communication ensure each student receives personalised academic and emotional support.
People
Mr J Sheerin
Principal
Mr J Sheerin leads Lisnagarvey High School with a commitment to inclusive education and academic excellence. With decades of experience in secondary education, he champions teaching approaches that cater to individual learning styles while maintaining high standards. Under his leadership, the school has achieved record GCSE results and expanded its extracurricular offerings.
Questions
What are Lisnagarvey High School's admission criteria?
Admissions follow standard local authority guidelines, prioritising catchment area students and sibling placements.
What GCSE results does Lisnagarvey achieve?
70% of students achieve at least 5 GCSEs graded A*-C, including Maths and English.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer sports teams, music ensembles, drama productions, and over 13 student societies.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our dedicated SEN department provides tailored learning plans and specialist resources for all eligible students.
