Explore New Horizons with Transition Year

Transition Year at St Patrick's College

Start of TY Programme


Transition Year will begin on Tuesday, 26th, when all students are asked to meet in the Assembly Hall on the Main Avenue. This will be their Induction Day, which will include team-building activities and the distribution of the School Journal and Student Handbook containing all the information needed for the year ahead.

On Wednesday, students will depart from the school at 8:30am for a trip to BaySports. We will return in time for the regular school buses at the end of the day. Please see the BaySports Checklist (linked across) to ensure your child is fully prepared.

Work Experience

Work experience is an important part of student development and provides valuable insight into the world of work.

How the process works:

  • It is the student’s responsibility to secure their own work placement.

  • Once a placement is confirmed, students must complete the Work Experience Form below.

  • Submitting this form will automatically generate an email to the company or business offering the placement.

  • The employer is then required to complete a short form included in the email.

  • Once this is submitted, the employer will automatically receive a confirmation email.

Important notes:

  • We strongly recommend that students begin looking early for placements for all blocks, as opportunities fill up quickly.

  • If your son is over the age of 16 and working with children or vulnerable people, Garda Vetting would be required.
    This is processed through the school. A Garda Vetting form can be collected from Mandy Freehil in the main office.

Date of Placement 25/26 Submission of Documents Deadline
Oct. 1st – 10th 16th September
Feb 23rd – 27th 3rd February
May 20th – 29th 5th May

TY Fee’s

We ask that parents pay electronically. Payment can be made by logging on to VsWare or at the school office. 

Instalment Deadline
Non-refundable Deposit April 11th 
Instalment 2 May 30th
Instalment 3 October 31st
Instalment 4 February 28th

Contact

Programme Coordinator Email
Ms Bronte Fitzmaurice ty@edu.stpatscavan.ie