Transition year

This 4th Year is compulsory in Newpark. TY students experience a broad range of activities aimed at developing their self esteem, creativity and initiative as well as their communication and personal development skills. They continue to study the core curriculum throughout the year.Learn More »

Senior cycle

The Senior Cycle comprises 5th and 6th Year. Three types of Leaving Certificate are offered to students: the established Leaving Certificate, the Leaving Cert Vocational Programme (LCVP) and the Leaving Cert Applied (LCA). Newpark aims to find the most appropriate type of Leaving Certificate for each student.Learn More »

European section

This cooperative project, involving Newpark, the French Government and the Department of Education, is an intensive six-year study of French language and culture. It is aimed at students with a French family background or those who show a potential for language acquisition.Learn More »

Sports

Rugby, Hockey, Basketball, Athletics, Swimming, Soccer, Tennis and Cricket are all sports enjoyed by students in Newpark. The school enjoys excellent facilities such as a sports hall, an Astroturf hockey pitch, a 25 metre pool, a fitness centre, basketball courts, and, nearby, a rugby pitch and five tennis courts.Learn More »

The Arts

The arts are a vital part of the educational process in Newpark and are actively promoted both within and outside the curriculum. All students are encouraged to take part in the many musical, dramatic and visual art productions that take place during the school year. Learn More »

Clubs

Students at Newpark can join a variety of different Societies that are active in the school. Debating, Chess, Christian Union, Irish, Amnesty International and Comic Club are some of the Societies that meet. These societies provide students with an opportunity to enjoy particular activities with like minded participants.Learn More »