Student Hub
👩🎓 Students at Elphin Community College
This page brings together key information, digital tools, learning supports and useful links for students at Elphin Community College.
Students can use this hub to access Microsoft 365, ExamRevision, Canva, exam information, subject resources, TY information, student leadership opportunities, wellbeing supports and school life updates.
⚡ Quick Access
Use the links below to quickly access the most commonly used student tools and pages.
🎨 Open Canva
Create presentations, posters, project work and visual learning resources.
💻 Digital Tools for Students
Students should use digital tools responsibly to support learning, organisation, creativity and communication.
Canva
Create project work, presentations, posters, infographics and visual learning materials.
TYRO Help Guide
Help for students and parents/guardians using the TYRO School app.
Digital responsibility: Students should use school digital tools for learning, communication and school-related activities. Keep passwords private and speak to a teacher if you cannot access your account.
📚 Learning and Study Supports
Students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning, stay organised and ask for help early when needed.
Use ExamRevision
Access revision videos, notes and study supports where available.
📝 Exams and Assessment
This section supports students preparing for Junior Cycle, Leaving Certificate, coursework, practicals and assessments.
For Junior Cycle Students
- Keep track of CBAs and deadlines.
- Check your exam timetable carefully.
- Use feedback to improve your work.
- Ask for help early if you are unsure.
For Senior Cycle Students
- Know coursework and practical deadlines.
- Prepare carefully for oral and practical exams.
- Use a study plan or calendar.
- Check official State Examinations information regularly.
Important: Students should not rely on old examination posts. Use the current Exam Information page and official State Examinations Commission information for up-to-date guidance.
🧭 Careers, Courses and Future Pathways
Students can use the links below to explore college courses, PLC options, apprenticeships, careers and future pathways.
CareersPortal
Explore careers, course options, career sectors and future pathways.
Qualifax
Search courses and education options in Ireland.
CAO
Access Central Applications Office information for undergraduate courses.
💼 Transition Year and Work Experience
Transition Year gives students opportunities to develop confidence, independence, skills and career awareness.
Research Careers
Useful for TY career investigation, work experience reflection and future planning.
🗣️ Student Voice and Leadership
Student voice is important in Elphin Community College. Students are encouraged to contribute positively to school life and take leadership opportunities where possible.
🌱 Wellbeing and Support
Students are encouraged to seek support whenever they need it. Help is available through teachers, Year Heads, Guidance, school leadership and the wider student support team.
- Bí Cineálta - View how we try to Prevent and Address Bullying Behaviour.
- Talk to a trusted adult if something is worrying you.
- Speak with your Year Head, class teacher, Guidance Counsellor or school leadership.
- Ask for help early if you are finding school work difficult.
- Look after attendance, sleep, organisation and positive routines.
- Support one another and help maintain a respectful school community.
🎭 Student Life
Student life at Elphin Community College includes learning, friendship, leadership, creativity, sport, trips, activities and opportunities to get involved.
View Student Life
Information on school activities, opportunities and student experiences.
💡 In Simple Terms
- This page is a quick hub for students.
- Use it to find Microsoft 365, ExamRevision, Canva, exam information, resources, TY information and student supports.
- Check Microsoft 365 and TYRO regularly.
- Ask for help early if you are unsure about work, exams, deadlines or wellbeing.
- Get involved in student life and make the most of school opportunities.