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Our DEIS Plan at Mercy Inchicore

How we’re working together to help everyone succeed

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What is DEIS?

  • “DEIS” stands for Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools.
  • It’s a national programme to support schools like ours.
  • Goal: make sure every student gets the best chance to learn and achieve.

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Why it matters to you

  • More supports for learning and wellbeing.
  • Extra help in reading, maths, attendance, and transitions.
  • Programmes to involve parents and the community.

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Our DEIS Targets at Mercy

  • Attendance: more students in class every day.
  • Literacy: improving reading and writing skills.
  • Numeracy: building stronger maths skills.
  • Retention: helping students stay and finish school.
  • Partnership with Parents: stronger links between home and school.

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Our DEIS Targets at Mercy

  • Attainment: helping you do better in exams.
  • Transitions: Helpin you move to 1st year from primary, or to senior cycle from junior cycle or even to college!
  • Partnership with Others: stronger links between the community, businesses and school.

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How we’ll reach these goals

  • Mentoring and support groups.
  • Homework Club.
  • Reading and numeracy initiatives.
  • Celebrating attendance.
  • Parent information evenings.

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What you can do

  • Come to school every day, on time.
  • Take part in reading and maths activities.
  • Ask for help when needed.
  • Join a club or help run one.

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How we measure success

  • We check attendance figures.
  • We look at test results and improvements.
  • We ask students and parents for feedback.
  • We celebrate progress each year.

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What change would you like to see?

  • You can give feedback about school improvements.
  • Your ideas help shape future projects.
  • Together we can make Mercy even better!

Click Here to make suggestions

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Thank You

  • We’re proud of what you achieve every day.
  • Talk to your Year Head or the Principal if you have ideas.