Policies
Click the buttons to download pdf copies of our school policies.
Meet the Team
The Heads of Year are also responsible for pastoral care in their respective Year.
Miss Welshman
Acting Head of Year 8 | Subject: Geography
“I’m responsible for helping pupils transition from primary to post-primary education. I aim to look after the whole well-being of each child, encouraging self-respect, celebrating achievement and working with them to attain their full potential. Along with the Form Tutor team, I’ll be there to help each pupil with all aspects of school life and aim to develop positive and inclusive relationships both with them and their parents/guardians.”
Mrs Hodge
Head of Year 10 | Subject: Science
“I’ve been teaching at Glengormley High school for 32 years and being a Head of Year has been one of the most rewarding yet challenging roles of my career.
At the heart of my role is building positive relationships with students, staff and parents, which allows me to provide guidance, set my vision and provide challenge. It’s a privileged position, I know, and being consistent is key to driving improvements. As I always say: keep moving forward, be ready to adapt and keep relationships at the heart of your work.”
At the heart of my role is building positive relationships with students, staff and parents, which allows me to provide guidance, set my vision and provide challenge. It’s a privileged position, I know, and being consistent is key to driving improvements. As I always say: keep moving forward, be ready to adapt and keep relationships at the heart of your work.”
Mr Seffen
Head of Year 12 | Subject: P.E.
“I’ve fulfilled the Head of Year role since 2009 and throughout this time it’s been my responsibility to ensure that my year group feel supported and encouraged to achieve their potential in all aspects of school life – and that they’re fully prepared for life beyond school. I have high expectations of conduct, behaviour and achievement, which is developed through supportive and positive relationships with parents, carers, pupils and teachers.”
Mr Gault
Acting Head of Year 9 | Subject: Science
“I want every pupil in my year to feel welcome and safe at Glengormley High School – and hopefully have fun as well while they’re here. I also encourage all pupils to join together as a community and support each other on their educational journey. I’m proud to be part of Glengormley High and want our pupils to feel that pride as well.”
Mrs Sames
Head of Year 11 | Subject: Science
“I’ve been a Pastoral Leader at the school for over 10 years and I love the challenges and rewards that each day brings. A child can only fully achieve when they feel supported and valued in their environment. My role is to ensure that this happens. I have high expectations of pupils regarding behaviour, respect towards others and their academic achievement. I say that if pupils believe that they can succeed, then they absolutely will. Key to that is building confidence of the whole pupil to ensure that they achieve in all areas of life.”
Mr McDowell
Head of Year 13-14 | Subject: P.E. & Timetable
“I support our Sixth Form pupils to experience a positive, safe and valued experience during their two final years in school education. I strive to inspire our young people to reach their full potential and develop themselves as young adult learners and leaders. Preparing our Sixth Form for the next stage in their personal journey and assisting them to take the right steps is fundamental to my role.”