Carrickfergus Grammar School
| Carrickfergus Grammar School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
North Road , , BT38 7RA | |
| Coordinates | 54°43′45″N 5°49′00″W / 54.729242°N 5.816703°W |
| Information | |
| Type | Controlled Grammar |
| Motto | Praestantia (excellence) |
| Established | 1962 |
| Local authority | Education Authority |
| Specialist | Science |
| Chairman of the Board of Governors | Maurice Smith |
| Headmaster | James A. Maxwell |
| Staff | 70 |
| Gender | Coeducational |
| Age | 11 to 18 |
| Enrolment | c. 800 |
| Houses | Castle, Fergus, Knockagh and Thornfield |
| Colour(s) | Maroon, Navy blue & White |
| Website | http://www.carrickfergusgrammar.com/ |
Carrickfergus Grammar School is a controlled grammar school situated in Carrickfergus, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Since opening in 1962 with 60 pupils and 4 teachers, its pupil numbers have increased to just over 800 pupils from ages 11 to 18 in Years 8 to 14.
The school is situated on the former site of Thornfield Manor, overlooking the town of Carrickfergus, and has a proud view of Carrickfergus Castle and Belfast Lough.
The school is known for its sporting achievements, especially in rugby, hockey, and football and its music department, including the senior choir, which often performs in high-profile venues, such as The National Concert Hall in Dublin, and has made numerous television appearances.
The school motto Præstantia roughly translates as 'Excellence' and the school's mission statement reads "Further Excellence from Present Strengths".