Shimna’s first home, Murlough House, hosted sixty students and eight teachers, transforming its grand rooms into classrooms and laboratories.

The most remarkable aspect of building Shimna was how everyone—staff, students, parents—developed the school while fostering Integration, community ties, and

The boulder, unearthed during phase 2, now stands proudly at the school’s entrance, symbolizing the strength of Shimna’s foundation.

Home economics became a statutory requirement again, and Shimna gained two purpose-built suites, seamlessly designed to complement the original building.

Sport holds deep significance in an Integrated school, with Shimna embracing activities open to all, fostering unity and inclusivity.

The Croí, Shimna’s final building before the full rebuild, marked its planned expansion to 620 students, securing the school’s sustainable

Shimna’s partnership with Newcastle Junior Athletics Club began early, providing training space while parents qualified as coaches and raised funds,

Shimna’s woodland setting fosters environmental engagement, with students earning awards for litter picking, tree planting, and creating wildlife habitats alongside

In 1994, Californian James Haughian offered Shimna use of his family’s stone cottage, fostering mountain adventures and practical skills.

Thanks to Kevin Lambe’s determination, Shimna and Erne Integrated College opened in purpose-built schools, not temporary classrooms. Every phase of

Growing our Own ‘Learning from Each Other’ – since 1994 Getting Started Students, staff, parents and governors all came together

A Last Look ‘Learning from Each Other’ – since 1994 Amidst all the happy and exciting days we shared together