Junior School
For boys & girls from the age of 2½ - 11
Early Years
Early Years at Rockport is a very special place. Boys and girls from the age of 2½ embark on their school journey, beginning in Pre-School (Playgroup then Reception) before following into R1.
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Early Years at Rockport follows the Northern Ireland curriculum but has independent status, giving greater flexibility to make decisions, separate from the Education Authority. We also have greater flexibility on admission and academic matters to deliver a bespoke education.
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We are proud members of Round Square, a network of schools sharing a commitment to character education and experiential learning built around six themes – the IDEALS – International Understanding, Democracy, Environmental Stewardship, Adventure, Leadership and Service. Even from such a young age our children really embrace these values!​
We offer small class sizes (average 8 pupils) and we make the most of our beautiful setting. Spread over 29 stunning acres, with access to our own private beach and forest classroom, we spend a lot of time exploring!
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From a young age we offer a range of scholarship opportunities in the Arts, P.E. and Academia. There is also an option to apply for Bursary support.
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Our school day runs from 8.40am - 2pm for
Playgroup, Reception and R1; and 8.40am - 3pm for R2-R4.
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We offer wrap-around care daily from 8am-6pm.
Upper Juniors
As Rockport pupils move into R5, we seek to prepare them for life in Senior School by encouraging the development of independence, resilience, leadership and responsibility.
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During R5-R7, pupils will enjoy residentials during which they spend nights away from home, daily games lessons and a longer school day with optional observed prep.
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We also introduce Leadership roles including Junior Heads of School and other positions of responsibility; empowering our young people to feel more confident, and support their peers.
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The curriculum is broad and inclusive, exposing the children to a vast array of subjects including French, Digital Technology, Personal Development, Art, Drama and Music; as well as all core subjects including Science, Mathematics, English, History and Geography.​
