• discover their personal strengths
• develop maturity & self-confidence
• improve self-esteem
• build interpersonal & team skills
• make wiser & more informed choices for Leaving Certificate and university
• extend learning experience beyond the classroom
• catch up in subjects which they find difficult (especially Irish, English and Maths)
• develop study skills for the Leaving Certificate
• explore the working world (students do 2 one-week placements during the year)
• achieve improved Leaving Certificate results (students score on average 45 points better)

Transition Year Curriculum covers the following areas:

• Programme Content
• Subjects & Modules
• Teaching & Learning Strategies
• Assessment and Evaluation

Please note: Admission to TYP is not automatic. Students who apply for admission to the programme will be interviewed to determine their suitability.