Learning Support Centre 
At Tandragee Junior High School we view pupils with special educational needs as an important priority. The school is particularly aware of the difficulties experienced by children with learning and other difficulties and we endeavour to facilitate their needs. We are very privileged to have the expertise of two experienced and dedicated teachers who will ensure your child is given every opportunity and encouragement to develop to his/her full potential during their five years at this school.  Last Year's LSC Leavers Group Our Learning Support Centre offers ……
• a safe rural environment within a small school.
• a caring staff effectively supported by experienced classroom assistants. • small class sizes.
• continuous education from Year 8 to Year 12.
• Opportunity for integration with mainstream.
• Year 8 Induction Day.
• opportunities for independent and group work.
• life skills, social skills and oracy a priority.
• PSHE programme relevant to the pupil’s needs.
• Recreation through swimming programme:Years 8 – 10 and through gym workout:Years 11 – 12.
• variety of educational and social outings.
• a Careers’ programme preparing your child for the world of work.
• Work Experience opportunity in Year 12.
• Link courses with Further Education College in Years 11 and 12.
• opportunity to gain recognisable qualifications in Maths for Life, English, History, Science, Art, two CCEA Modules in vocational studies and also the Heart Start Programme.
 Aaron McDonald & Aaron McCarthy at Upper Bann Institute
 Jason Anderson and Philip Neill learning to lay bricks
A Tradition of Caring and Charity
Each year the pupils raise large sums of money for charity. Many thousands of pounds have been donated to a variety of causes. Collections are weekly and also on special occasions throughout the year. Junior LSC also contributes towards ‘Dogs’ Trust’.
The Pupils sponsor two children in Guatemala through the ‘Adopt a Child’ scheme. At Christmas the School Choir is invited to sing at the Carol Service in the local Church and visits a Residential Home to sing carols. Pupils prepare and take gifts to the senior citizens in our local community. This is very much appreciated by all concerned. A Senior Citizens’ Concert takes place each year at Christmas. Pastoral CareThis school has a well developed Pastoral Care System, a Prefect System and a Form and House System, whereby pupils are encouraged to develop as responsible, responsive and helpful citizens of the future. The school plays an important role in your child’s personal development. A lot of time and resources are spent helping children to become important members of the school community. Parents are encouraged to meet with the Form Teacher at any time during the year if the need arises. Curriculum
• We offer the full N.I. Curriculum as required under the Education Reform (N.I.) Order.
• We have a 30 period week.
• Literacy, Numeracy and ICT are incorporated into all Areas of Study.
• Revised Curriculum being incorporated into Year 8.
Extra Curricular Activities for a Wide Range of Experiences
We provide a very extensive range of activities to cater for the Social, Educational, Physical and Spiritual aspects of a pupil’s development and these are an important part of the overall education provided by the school.
Hockey Soccer Rugby
Netball Encams Art Club
Tennis Choir School Trips
Ski-ing Athletics Magazine Quizzes Music Tuition Science Club Technology Club Maths Club
Scripture Union Band/Ensemble
Fantasy League Football History Club
Young Farmers’ Club
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