The Junior School is an integral part of Catholic University School.  With the introduction of the pre-school, we now cater for boys from age 3 years (and girls aged 3 for pre-school only).  The value of the continuity of remaining in the same environment right through the child's school years, from 3 years to 18 years, in one aspect greatly valued by parents today. Junior classes - pre-school to 2nd class - have between 12-18 students in the class.  From 3rd class, class sizes are approximately 21.  These small class sizes help provide an intimate learning environment which enables our students achieve their maximum potential. For children to learn and to reach their potential, they need, from a very early age, to know that they are valued for who they are and for doing the best that they can.  The size of the school enables us to pay particular attention to the boy's individual needs and to take account of what may be beneficial for them at different stages of their development. Great emphasis is placed on giving parents information on all aspects of their son's progress.  A monthly progress report is issued for each pupil throughout the child's years in the Junior school and two parent/teacher meetings are scheduled during the year to facilitate regular contact with parents. The students in the Primary school are introduced to German, Spanish and French, science, music and art which are taught by teachers from the secondary school.  They also avail of PE classes taught by the senior school PE teacher. School commences each day at 8.45 am until 2.45 pm (1st - 6th class) and 1.45 pm (pre-school, Junior & Senior Infants).  After School Care is available from 1.45 pm to 6.00 pm each day and during school mid-term breaks from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS                                   MISSION STATEMENT & ADMISSIONS POLICY Applications are accepted all year round on receipt of application form and registration fee. Entrance to the schools involves: 1.      Returning application form and registration fee. 2.     Attendance at Open Morning to which you will be invited.  3.     Assessment test for students coming into 1st - 6th class.  Observation session for students coming into Pre-School,         Junior & Senior infants. 4.     Interview with parents and applicants (1st - 6th class). 5.     Report from previous school must be furnished together with baptismal certificate. SCHOOL BOOK LIST 2010-2011 AFTER SCHOOL CARE PRE SCHOOL HOMEWORK CLUB SPORTS CALENDAR OF EVENTS PRIMARY SCHOOL PHOTO GALLERY                   SECONDARY SCHOOL HOMEPAGE   Please click here to request application form                             Complete short survey please