Limavady Grammar School

General information

Limavady Grammar School is a school with a long and proud history of academic and extracurricular success, as well as being noted for its integrated approach to education.

The origins of Limavady Grammar School can be traced back to a late nineteenth century foundation. In 1957, it was moved to the present site on the Ballyquin Road. A major extension took place in 1982 when new Science labs and a Sports Hall were built. A second extension comprising twenty-two classrooms including three Information Technology rooms was completed in 2000. During the period of the last School Development Plan infrastructural improvements have taken place in Science and Technology. There are still significant improvements to be completed, and this plan identifies these under Estates and Resources

We have a highly qualified and motivated staff who ensure that all that is best in the traditional philosophy of education in Ulster is fused with the current requirements of the Northern Ireland Curriculum to produce a broad, balanced, coherent and relevant curriculum. We have a strong pastoral care system, based on Form Teachers/Tutors and Year Heads, and pupils should always feel that they have someone to turn to if they have difficulties. This leads to a pleasant and relaxed community spirit where discipline problems are few.

A clear assessment and reporting system has been developed during the period of the last School Development Plan, making increased use of data to monitor progress; this is constantly reviewed so that parents are regularly informed of progress and attainment.

Our achievements are well-known in the academic sphere as well as on the sporting field and in the area of performing arts. Our GCSE and A-level successes have been widely recognised and these, coupled with expert careers guidance, have ensured that those leaving us are well-equipped for the world of work and of higher education.