Parent's support is enlisted on issues such as behaviour on the school bus.

Apart from arranged parents meetings (by teacher or parent) parents are encouraged to contact the school any time they have a concern, either about their child's work or any other issue.  In the case of pupils with special educational needs parents are consulted as soon as any problem is identified.  Each teacher keeps in contact with the parents, informing them of any special provision (IEPs) and of how they can help to reinforce skills at home.

Other agencies that support our pastoral care policy include NI Fire Safety Department, NSPCC, School Dentist, School Nurse, Police Service of Northern Ireland (Education programme on safety), GAA, Coaches (football, hurling, camogie).  Children's consideration for the less fortunate in our society and the wider world is enhanced through our RE programme, the Lenten Trocaire campaign and our annual shoebox appeal.

CORNAGAGUE PASTORAL CARE PROGRAMME

• Welcoming pupils returning to school and new children.  Settling in period
• Class/school Rules.  Why we have rules.  Importance of good behaviour, eg dining room, school bus.  Safety aspect.
• Respect for each other and members of staff.  Consideration for others.
• Bullying
• Playing safely - Hallowe'en bonfires/fireworks.  Road Safely, cycling profiency.
• Fire Safety - supported by N I Fire Brigade.
• Drugs Awareness - medicines, smoking alcohol.
• Healthy Eating - Keeping fit, importance of healthy food and sleep.
• Personal Hygiene - washing hands before eating and after using toilets.  Regular bathing/showering.
• Respect and consideration for the less fortunate, eg Third World, Shoe box appeal, Trocaire, Cancer, fundraising.
• Farm Safety - supported by DARD
• Confidence building - recognising achievements and participation in Feiseanna, school concert, quizzes, sporting activities.  Encouraging sportsmanship.