PORTADOWN COLLEGE in Armagh, Craigavon

Education Centre Information: Portadown College:

Institution Type:Secondary (grammar) school
Status: Open
Board: SOUTHERN EDUCATION & LIBRARY BOARD (SELB)
Management: Controlled
Delivery: Internet
Total Pupils: 803
Admissions: Selective
Age Range: 14-18
Gender: Mixed
Gender of sixth form: Mixed

Background:

Portadown College was founded in 1924, and has been a grammar school since 1969; occupies an elevated campus half-a-mile from Portadown town centre; renowned for academic reputation. Wide range of extra-curricular activities, including rugby, hockey, golf, athletics, tennis, netball, volleyball, debating, Scripture Union, drama, ski trips, orchestra, choirs, Duke of Edinburgh, camera club, Young Enterprise; numerous local and international community projects to improve the lives of others. Pastoral care is valued. Seeking to gain International Schools Award in recognition of charitable as international links and exchange visits with Spain, France, Germany, and Kenya. Over-subscribed, with 1.8 applications per place. Sportsmark. Ethos: 'Excellent reputation, friendly atmosphere, sense of community, and good relations between staff, students and parents. Students know they are cared for and are expected to work hard and achieve high standards in everything they do in preparation for their role as responsible, independent, confident and thoughtful adults and citizens.' .