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Wellbeing in Junior Cycle

NEWS / 3 January 2017

The Framework for Junior Cycle 2015 provides for a new area of learning at Junior Cycle called Wellbeing.

Wellbeing in Junior Cycle

The Framework for Junior Cycle 2015 provides for a new area of learning at Junior Cycle called Wellbeing. This area of learning will cross the three years of Junior Cycle and build on substantial work already taking place in schools in support of students’ wellbeing. It will provide learning opportunities that enhance the physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing of students and will enable students to build life skills and develop a strong sense of connectedness to the school and to their community. This area of learning will make the school’s commitment to wellbeing visible to students. 

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