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Tandragee Junior High SchoolArmagh Road Principal: Mr D T Gillespie The school operates under the Dixon plan, and caters for the Key stage 3 curriculum (pupils aged between 11-14 years old). After education at the junior high, pupils either transfer to Portadown College or Craigavon Senior High School.
The school has approximately 235 pupils enrolled, with the average class size being around 20 pupils. All levels of ability are catered for, from high achievers to those pupils with specific learning difficulties. An onsite Learning Support Centre provides for the education of Statemented pupils.
The main focus of the school is to promote a positive attitude to learning, so that each child develops to their full potential. This is reflected by preparing pupils for a wide diversity of careers, be it at the highest academic level or for those pupils who prefer, a vocational path through suitable education provision. History Of Junior High Tandragee Junior High School was opened in 1963 and in 1976 it was extended to its current size. In 2004/05 refurbishment works were completed to provide modern science labs, technology suite and maths facilities. In 2006 an ultra modern Music Suite and a modern Computer Suite were added.
Academic AcievementsOver the years. past pupils from the school have gone onto complete GCSEs and A Levels at the Portadown College and Craigavon High School, obtaining grades higher than the Northern Ireland national averag. Many students have gone onto University as well.
Extra Curricular Activities Annually Tandragee JHS produces a Musical Concert that includes pupils from all year groups. The high school feels it is very important in terms of their overall development.
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