"The aim of the Transition Year Programme is
“to provide the personal, social, vocational and educational development of students and prepare them for their role as autonomous and participative members of society”
Transition Year Mission Statement
Columba College provides a structured and fun learning environment where students are offered various opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills and to build upon self-directed learning. The transition year programme is tailored each year to meet the needs and interests of the participating students. With a variety of outings, workshops, speakers, projects, both in school and within the community and, not forgetting the end of year TY production, it is no surprise that our Transition Year here in Columba College goes by in the blink of an eye!
| Activity |
Area |
| Young Social Innovators |
Innovation & Leadership |
| Referee Badge |
Sport |
| CPR Training |
Health & Safety |
| Scifest |
Science |
| Work Experience |
Career Development |
| Digital Portfolios |
Digital Skills |
| BT Young Scientist |
STEM |
| Drama / Musical |
Performing Arts |
| Christmas Markets |
Enterprise & Teamwork |
| Student Enterprise |
Business |
| Local Community Projects |
Community Engagement |
| Class Trips |
Educational Experiences |
| GAA Coaching |
Coaching & Leadership |
| Gaisce |
Personal Development |
| Workshops |
Skills Development |
Musicals in Columba College
Columba College has recently began performing musicals. It is mainly managed and stars the Transition Year students. The whole school body becomes involved and students who may have a keen interest in the Performing Arts are offered the opportunity to participate. At Columba College, we are very committed to providing a holistic experience for our students and those who participate in our school musical gain a unique and one of a kind experience as well as contributing to their cognitive, social and emotional development. The musical is performed in The Mullingar Arts Centre.