On receiving my GCSE results, the vice-principal of Ulidia at the time, said to me "the world is your oyster". I often think back to that conversation and feel incredibly fortunate that I had the opportunity to attend two schools where self-confidence and respect for...
Earlier this month, pupils from Ulidia Integrated College were invited to attend a teacher training conference about outdoor education, to share the excellent practice at Ulidia. During the conference our pupils hosted a stand, where they told new and experienced teachers from all over Northern Ireland...
On Thursday 16th March our year 12 students joined the students from the other three schools in the Carrickfergus Learning Community to attend the Careers Convention in Carrick Leisure Centre, which is jointly organised by the four schools. There were over 45 exhibitors this year, including...
Being part of an integrated school was so relaxing and comfortable because it didn't matter what religion you were or what skin colour you had or where you came from. Everyone was treated equally and treated with respect. Ryan Surgenor Former pupil...
Earlier this month the eco team were visited by Shanna Rice from the Ulster Wildlife Trust to learn about the Young Peoples Environmental Leadership Programme. Ulidia Integrated College was one of the pilot schools last year for the development of the programme and is proud...
On Friday 24th March, Ulidians are asked to don the oddest socks you have to raise awareness of integrated education and to support the Integrated Education Fund! Al pupils and staff are asked to get involved and a minimum donation of £1 will be collected for...
Each year the new students in year 8 work with their Mentors to fill shoe boxes with gifts for children at Christmas in Eastern Europe. Over the years we have worked with Blythswood Care, Samaritan’s Purse and The Road of Hope. There is always a...
Last week two members of the Gym Co team visited Ulidia Integrated College, to give a talk to our sixth form PE students on the importance of exercise and nutrition for a healthy balanced lifestyle. In addition to their exercise and nutritional advice, a month’s free...
Having my daughter enrolled at Ulidia Integrated College has had a very positive influence on her attitude toward others. It is the only way to ensure that our young people go out into the future having respect for everyone within our society. Toleration can only be taught by being...
Head of Geography, Sandra Patterson was chosen as the Global Learning Lead Teacher for the school in 2015 having a particular interest in this area. She attended the two day CPD training in early 2016 followed by two follow up twilight sessions. There is a strong...