Subjects

Junior Cycle

Junior Cycle Overview Junior Cycle caters for students in the first three years of their post-primary education. It features revised subjects and

School Curriculum -List of subjects

Junior Cycle Subjects English Home Economics Irish Coding Maths Choir Science CSPE Music SPHE Art PE Religion Spanish History French Geography Business

Economics

Leaving Certificate Economics aims to stimulate students' curiosity and interest in the economic environment and how they interact with it. It develops

Physics

Leaving certificate Physics is broken into eight topics; (a) Six compulsory(b) One of two option sections Compulsory sections are: Mechanics: the study

Chemistry

Leaving Certificate Chemistry aims to provide a relevant course for students who will complete their study of Chemistry at this Level while, at the same

I.C.D.L

ICDL, the Digital Skills Standard, is the most widely recognised computer certification in the world. Over 16 million people, including 1 million in Ireland

Biology

Biology is the most popular of all LC science subjects. The Leaving Cert Biology course is diverse and covers diverse topics such as Cells, Fungi, Genetic

Guidance

Guidance is etched into the fibre of the school community and the pastoral needs of students at St. Raphaela’s. School Management, Year Heads, Class

Learning Support

Learning Support at St. Raphaela's St. Raphaela’s Secondary School is an open and inclusive school that aims to provide an integrated and inclusive

L.C.V.P

L.C.V.P. – Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme L.C.V.P. is a subject, which aims to combine the academic strengths of the Leaving Certificate

P.E/Sport

Physical Education In line with department guidelines, St. Raphaelas provide two hours per week of Physical Education at all levels. Physical Education

Coding

Coding is offered to first, second and transition years in St. Raphaela's. The curriculum for the Junior Cycle Coding short course is followed. The students