P3 Information
Contact Number/Process
If you wish to contact your child's Teacher you should phone the School. Your message will be passed to the Teacher concerned who will in turn contact you.
Contact
St. Andrew's College
Booterstown Avenue
Blackrock
Co Dublin
Ireland
TELEPHONE - 353-1-288-2785
FAX - 353-1-283-1627
E-MAIL - information@st-andrews.ie
Length of School Day
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 8.50am - 3.00pm
Wednesday - 8.50am - 1.00pm
Break Times
Monday - Friday - 11.15am - 11.35am and 1.15pm - 1.50pm
Lunches
A hot lunch is provided. Lunch tickets can be purchased in advance from Reception at 11.00 am on any day. If they wish, students may bring their own lunches and snacks. Salad boxes are also available in the autumn and summer terms. Milk, orange juice and cocoa are available during mid-morning break. There is a charge for this (optional) service. Parents will be informed of the details at the start of the school year.
Subjects to be studied are as follows:
Core Curriculum
English
In P3, we hope to further develop the students' productive and receptive skills. We focus on developing reading strategies to encourage the child to read for pleasure and information. Emphasis is on creative writing, through class diaries, recording their experiences. Where students tend to be strong is expressing themselves. It is important to develop their receptiveness to oral language. The traditional skills of grammar and spelling are especially pertinent at this age.
Maths
In P3 we hope to develop the students' mathematical sub-skills such as number, algebra, shape and space, measures and data. Particular emphasis is put on multiplication and division and how the field of Mathematics relates to everyday situations in real life.
History, Geography, Science, and S.P.H.E. (Social, Personal and Health Education)
In P3 these subjects are now approached in an integrated syllabus. The child explores their own experience in the family, community and the wider world. Special emphasis is placed on Irish History and Geography. In the same way, in Science we explore their environment, through looking at how living things and energy forces affect the child. The overall aim is to develop the students sense of identity, confidence and citizenship.
Irish*
For the Non-Irish students there is a course of ESL or US Studies while Irish class is taking place
For a detailed outline of the Irish Programme in St. Andrew's College, Preparatory Department, please see the Irish Curriculum heading on the general Prep School page
*Department of Education and Science regulations regarding exemption from the study of Irish
Exemption may be granted:
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To students whose primary education up to the age of eleven was received in Northern Ireland or outside Ireland
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To students who were previously enrolled as recognised students in a primary or second level school who are being re-enrolled after a period spent abroad, providing that at least three years have elapsed since the previous enrollment in the State and the student is at least 11 years of age on re-enrollment
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To students who have a specific learning disability
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To students from abroad who have no understanding of English
Additional Subjects
Bible Story Nature Study Music Drama Games/PE Art History Geography Computer, European Languages: French, German or Spanish.
European Language Programme
Pupils may choose to study French, German or Spanish. Classes are taught by native speakers. In order to achieve continuity we recommend that a child remain with the language which he/she chooses initially to study.
ESL - English as a Second Language
This facility is provided for the benefit of students whose first language is not English. Five classes per week are normally scheduled.
Introduction to Computers
One class per week concentrating on developing computer skills. The class takes place in one of the computer laboratories with a specialist primary school computer studies teacher.
Library
Each class has Library Class once a week. Books may be borrowed at this class and returned the following week.
A child by arrangement can use the library for research purposes
Sports
Tennis
Tennis coaching is open to all children from P2 - P6. Competitions and leagues are organized throughout the year
Swimming
The children are transported to Newpark Swimming Pool by coach. They must be collected directly from the pool, as there is no return coach to the School.
Extra-curricular Activities
Choir
There is a Preparatory Department Choir open to all boys and girls from P3 - P6. We encourage each child to enjoy music and learn the discipline of choral singing to a high standard
Orchestra
There is a Preparatory Department Orchestra open to children of all ages who are able to play a musical instrument.
Ballet
Classical Ballet classes take place on Wednesday afternoons in the Junior Hall where there are regulation ballet barres, wooden floor and piano. If they so wish, children are prepared for examinations of the Royal Academy of Dancing. They also take part in musicals and other shows. A facility known as 'ballet-sit' exists whereby a child staying on for this extra-curricular activity may avail of a supervised study period.
Irish Dancing
Irish Dancing classes take place one afternoon per week. If they so wish, the children are prepared for examinations and feiseanna. Enjoyment of Irish Dancing and music are the essential ingredients of this activity. Irish Dancing takes place in the Junior Hall.
Debating Society
The Debating Society is open to all children who have a point of view to express. Using formal debating rules, the debates aim to assist the child to argue coherently a particular point of view on a given subject. A great variety of subjects is debated throughout the year.
Chess club
A very popular activity - open to all. Students are taught the basics of chess and are encouraged to take part in competitions.
Prep
For younger brothers and sisters of Secondary Department students we provide supervision between 3.00 and 3.50 pm so that they can go home together.
St Andrew's supplies all copybooks and art materials. Pupils need to provide pens, pencils, erasers and a schoolbag for carrying school books. We would also recommend a separate bag for carrying Sports Gear.
School Uniform
Girls
School Blazer
Grey Skirt
White or grey blouse
Grey V neck pullover
School tie
Navy anorak or raincoat
Black leather shoes
White/grey knee socks or tights
Boys
School Blazer
Mid-grey trousers
White or grey shirt
Grey V neck pullover
School tie
Navy anorak or raincoat
Black leather shoes
Grey socks
Sports Uniform
Girls
White Shorts
White T- shirt
Navy Tracksuit
Sport socks
Runners
Blue Hockey skirt
Hockey stick
White crested sweatshirt
Boys
White Shorts
White T- shirt
Navy Tracksuit
Sport socks
Runners
Blue/white quartered sweatshirt
White rugby/soccer shorts
White/blue rugby/soccer shirt
OFFICIAL STOCKISTS - ARNOTTS, HENRY STREET, DUBLIN 1
(Uniforms TEL (01) 805 0413)
A second-hand uniform sale is organised annually in June by the Parent Teacher Association (PTA). Arnotts visit the school annually in June for one day and set up shop in the school for that day
Fortnightly Bulletin
An information bulletin is sent to parents every fortnight. It includes details of current events and activities in the Preparatory Department.
Reports
Written reports are issued at the end of each Term.
Lost Property
To inquire about or retrieve items of lost property, pupils should refer to their class teacher or check at the Lost Property Office in the Dining Hall at the following times:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
8.15am - 8.30am
1.30pm - 1.45pm
Wednesday
8.15am - 8.30am
1.00pm - 1.15pm
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