St. Malachy’s High School, Castlewellan hosted a post-16 study skill and revision seminar, delivered by ‘Amazing Brains’. ‘Amazing Brains’ is a Community Interest Company established in 2011 to bring Study Skills and Enterprise Education alive in Ireland's classrooms. The company work in partnership with schools and colleges to add value to a child’s educational experience.
The aim of the programme was to help students adopt the skills, competencies and mindset required for exam success.
The highly interactive, engaging and inspiring event was delivered by Mrs Roisin McFeely founding Director and CEO of Amazing Brains NI CIC.
90 Year 14 students attended the ‘5 Steps to Success’ seminar. The Key Stage 5 students engaged in a wide range of challenging activities. Areas covered within the programme included: time management, team work, goal setting and exam preparation.