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Frequently Asked Questions Coleraine Grammar School
Are you sure that my daughter/son will receive a good education at the new school?
The Board of Governors of Coleraine Grammar School is committed to offering the very best education to its pupils, and will strive for excellence at every level.
Do all pupils have a locker at Coleraine Grammar School?
A locker will be available for most pupils with preference given to the younger pupils who tend to have more subjects.
How can I get up-to-date information on the new school?
You will find updated information on Coleraine Grammar School at our website www.colerainegrammar.com and our Facebook page.
How can I pay my parental contribution?
Coleraine Grammar School has set up a direct debit facility which will enable parents to make school contributions in a more convenient manner. Further details will be available on the school website as they become available. Until then, please contact the school office to make a parental contribution.
How do I find out about school holidays?
The Holiday List for Coleraine Grammar School is on the following link www.colerainegrammar.com/school-holidays. Please take a look before you make your plans.
How many pupils will there be at the school?
The school has just over a thousand pupils with a yearly intake of 156 pupils.
My child has some additional needs, what provisions are there for them?
There is a Special Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) who will look after pupils who have been identified with special educational needs. She is supported by a small team of learning support teachers. The school also has specific numeracy and literacy coordinators who help pupils to achieve their potential.
This parental contribution will be used for the benefit of every pupil from Year 8 to Year 14 by: subsidising pupil travel on educational visits to museums, theatres and conferences; purchasing books, newspapers and magazines for the School Library; subsidising the travel costs of school sports teams, choir, public speaking, Young Enterprise; covering the entry fees for sporting tournaments and other competitions; contributing towards Prize Day expenses; and helping with the production costs of the School Magazine.
Where can I purchase the school uniform?
Coleraine Grammar School uniform is sold by three official uniform stockists: S&T Moore, Heart & Home, and Robert H Gault. Please enquire at these retailers as to price.
What is the significance of the new crest?
The three shields represent The Clothworkers (who gave the land for the schools), The Honourable The Irish Society (who set up the schools), and Coleraine High School all nestled in the basic shape of the CAI crest. The opening dates of CHS, CAI & CGS are also included within the crest.
What kind of school is Coleraine Grammar?
Coleraine Grammar School is a co-educational academically-selective school with a voluntary management structure.
Where can I find a uniform list for Coleraine Grammar School?
The Uniform list for boys and girls attending Coleraine Grammar School is available to download at colerainegrammar.com.
Who is in charge of the new school?
The Board of Governors has overall responsibility for all facets of Coleraine Grammar School.
Why has Coleraine Grammar School been created?
In Autumn 2014, several development proposals were approved to change educational provision in the Coleraine area. These involved the closure of Coleraine Academical Institution and Coleraine High School to enable the formation of a new voluntary academically-selective co-ed school known as Coleraine Grammar School.
Coleraine Grammar School is not currently on the list for a new build. However, extensive building has been carried out over the last few years to the existing CAI site. This has included a new sixth form centre, updated technology, food and nutrition and music facilities and a new hockey pitch.
Will I have to pay any fees to send my son or daughter to Coleraine Grammar School?
Coleraine Grammar School will have an annual voluntary parental contribution in order to enhance the curricular and co-curricular provision for our pupils. Coleraine Grammar School will not charge an additional capital fee.
Will I have to purchase other sports items if I wish to participate in team sports at CGS?
Members of teams may be required to purchase other items of clothing. Other sports equipment will be necessary depending upon requirements of individual sports and staff will advise upon these matters