Hunterhouse

Introduction

Introduction from the Head and Deputy Head Girl

Having reached Upper Sixth at Hunterhouse College we can positively say that choosing to come here was one of
the best decisions of our lives.

We hope that by visiting this website you will gain an insight into school life at Hunterhouse and see the caring
and friendly environment which provides you with the highest standard of education.

Great changes have been made recently to ensure that the school keeps up with the ever-changing needs of the students, including the construction of a state-of-the-art sports department with fitness suite, newly refurbished Art, Business and Geography Departments with their own computer suites and a very comfortable restaurant which offers a wide range of food.

There are also many school activities and
trips you can get involved in, which are not only enjoyable and enable you to make new friends but are also a great learning experience. With Hunterhouse offering a wide range of extracurricular activities,there is bound to be one which suits your interests whether it be sports, music, art or drama.

As students of Hunterhouse College we can honestly say that we have thoroughly enjoyed our time here and that we have been given so
many opportunities to develop new skills and achieve highly. Whatever your interests are, Hunterhouse College will help you to enjoy and develop those interests and in doing so encourage you to realise your full potential.

We look forward to welcoming you
to the school!

Alex Brennan and Sarah Newell
Head Girl and Deputy Head Girl

Introduction from the Principal

Being the father of two young girls myself I am very conscious of how important it is to choose the right school for your child. I want my own children to be happy at school, to be valued as individuals, for their talents to be recognised and encouraged and for them to be both challenged and supported in their learning. As Principal of Hunterhouse College, I strongly believe that these are characteristics which also lie at the core of the school’s ethos.

Hunterhouse College, like all schools, is defined in part by its history and tradition and these shared values will always
continue to shape the way in which we work. However we are also outward-facing and forward-looking in our approach.
The curriculum and the learning experiences of our pupils within the classroom are continually reviewed to ensure that the
needs of every girl are fully met.

We are also very aware of our place
and responsibilities within the wider community. Through links with, for example, the business community, charity organisations, other schools and the Higher and Further Education sectors ideas and expertise are drawn into the school. Furthermore our own pupils are involved in a range of activities and initiatives which enrich and improve the lives of others.

We are all extremely proud of the work which we are doing at Hunterhouse College and it is my pleasure to share some of it with you in the pages which follow. While the prospectus will outline the key aspects of how the school operates I would encourage parents to come to the College either on our Open Evening / Morning or by arranging a visit through the school office. Our pupils are our best advertisement and by experiencing the school at first-hand I am sure that you will see why this is such a wonderful place to learn and work.

Andrew Gibson

MA DipEd PQH (NI)