Guidance & Counselling

Guidance Counselling Service in Nano Nagle College 

The aim of the guidance and counselling programme is to ensure that our students have access to appropriate guidance to assist them in their academic, personal and social development and supporting them in making educational and career choices in accordance with the Education Act (1998). 

Educational and Career Guidance 

The guidance process helps students recognise and accept their own talents and abilities. It gives them chances to explore different possibilities and opportunities. We aim to support students to become more independent and responsible, so they can make good, informed choices about their lives. 

Some guidance activities may include: 

• Organising guest speakers from Higher Educational Institutions, Further Education Colleges, and those offering Apprenticeship opportunities.  

• Organising visits to Higher Educational Institutions, Colleges and Career Fairs 

• Personal career and subject choice interviews 

• Career classes  

• Supporting parents and students throughout the journey from 1st to 6th Yr in making choices and dealing with change e.g. Transition from primary to secondary school, subject choice and career decisions 

 One to One Counselling & Group Counselling (see Policy) 

The DES Circular 009/2012 and 0010/2017 supports the provision of one-to-one counselling and therapy for students experiencing difficulties. Counselling is an important part of the school’s guidance programme. Its goal is to empower students to make decisions, solve problems, deal with behaviour issues, develop coping skills, and work through any difficulties they face. We also aim to help students build resilience that will last throughout their lives.