New Year 8
Welcome to Year 8 at Integrated College Glengormley!
Starting post-primary school is an exciting new adventure, and at ICG we are proud to offer a warm, welcoming and nurturing environment where every pupil feels valued and supported from day one. We understand that moving from primary school can feel like a big step, so our caring staff and friendly pupils work together to help you settle in quickly, make new friends, and feel part of our school community.
At ICG, we believe that everyone can succeed. Whether you enjoy sports, music, technology, or learning something new in the classroom, you will have plenty of opportunities to discover your strengths, build confidence and achieve your best. Our pupils will also be sharing their own experiences on this page, giving you a real insight into what life is like in Year 8.
We look forward to welcoming you to a school where you can learn, grow, and enjoy every day.
Our new prospectus
We are thrilled to introduce our latest prospectus, designed for primary school pupils and their families. Our prospectus offers a comprehensive overview of the vibrant and nurturing environment we provide, where every child is encouraged to explore, learn, and grow.
Inside, you’ll find detailed information about our innovative curriculum, dedicated teaching staff, and the wide range of extracurricular activities available. We believe in fostering a love for learning and ensuring each child reaches their full potential in a supportive and inclusive community.
Discover what makes our school a special place for young learners. We invite you to explore our prospectus and see how we can help your child embark on an exciting educational journey.
Please feel free to contact us if you would like to find out more.
Click the link below to view our prospectus and gain an insight into life at ICG!
A day in the life with Maisie
I am dropped off at school around 8:20 and I go to form class each morning. I arrive early each day before the first bell at 8:40am, I’m usually the first or second pupil there. Each morning we complete different activities during registration such as brainteasers, guess the country etc and my form tutor reads important announcements to us.
Each Monday, we have an assembly with all of the pupils within our year group. After form class/assembly each day, I make my way to my first period class and then my second period class – the subject varies so I use a timetable to help me know where I’m going.
After the second period it’s breaktime so I go to the break club with my friends. We sit together and it’s awesome to be with my friends.
Once break is over I go to the third and fourth period, on Thursday and Friday we do PE.
When it’s lunch time I go to the safe space with my friends and each Monday, I attend our school council where we talk about important stuff. I go to the fifth and sixth period (but on Monday and Friday we leave after the fifth period.) At the end of each day, my teacher escorts our class to the front entrance and there I wait for my brother before going home.
I love going to ICG and I love all the subjects but my favorite subject is Home Economics. We are learning how to cook food and stay safe when in the kitchen and when making food. I hope you join us at ICG!
Insights from Year 8
On my first day of ICG, I was scared but when I arrived on the first morning it was brilliant. The teachers helped me and settled me in and I loved it. My favourite subject is PE and I love it so much. I go to the after school football club and I also go to the breakfast club each morning for a yummy breakfast.
Ollie Coleman – Ligoneil Primary School
When I first came here, I only knew my sister, but when I walked in, the teachers comforted me. Now I have lots of friends and nice teachers. My favourite subject is drama because of my teacher. I go to Drama after school club and so do most of my friends. I went to Breckenhill and had so much fun because of my friends.
Anais Shore, Park Lodge/Our Lady of Lourdes
When I first arrived at ICG I was excited because ICG is a much bigger school and I knew some people there. I feel happy attending ICG. I really enjoy attending the craft club at lunch time each Friday. Everyone at ICG is kind and helpful and you can talk to anyone. I enjoy Maths because we play fun games like bingo. I would recommend ICG to P7s because everyone is kind and helpful and if you are lost, you can ask someone where to go and they will show you where to go.
Kensie Bell, Mossgrove Primary School
Regardless of ability, the school will nurture every pupil to reach their potential and help them to be equipped to face our changing world.
At the heart of Integrated College Glengormley is the desire to see young people thrive with one another, because of one another.