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Woodlands Academy

Woodlands Academy. New Educational Programmes & Current Curriculum. 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. Mission Statement. Mathematics

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Woodlands Academy

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  1. Woodlands Academy New Educational Programmes & Current Curriculum

  2. 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 Mission Statement

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

  4. 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 Subject Frequency

  5. 70 Minutes of English is taught per day PLUS 70 Minutes of Study Hall per evening English & Study Hall

  6. French introduced in 2011 • Study Skills integrated in all subjects • Home Economics introduced in 2011 Recent Updates to Curriculum

  7. 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 Assembly & Awards

  8. 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. Cyber-Bullying Education

  9. 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 Sexual Education Awareness

  10. 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 New Student Council

  11. 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 Education on Nutrition

  12. Woodlands Academy Clinic Options 2014-2015

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

  14. 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 inspireand ignite passion in teenagers, educating about the importance of recycling and reusing waste Junk Kouture * NEW *

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

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

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