Willow Park School
Score Summary
School Context
Inspection Reports
This school has 10 inspectorate reports on record.
Subject Inspection
The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment in Social Personal and Health Education (SPHE) at Willow Park School. Findings indicated that the SPHE department is highly committed and motivated, delivering a very good quality of education with excellent practices. Recommendations include enhancing student learning through the inclusion of a portfolio and progressing the RSE policy.
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The inspection evaluated the teaching and learning of French at Willow Park School. It found that while the quality of teaching ranged from satisfactory to good, there is a need for greater use of the target language in the classroom. Recommendations include enhancing the challenge of lesson activities and further developing formative assessment practices.
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The Follow-Through Inspection at Willow Park School found that very good progress has been made on almost all recommendations from the original inspection. Key improvements include the establishment of a board of management and the formalization of reporting systems for anti-bullying and child protection. However, further development is needed in formative assessment practices to ensure consistency across departments.
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The Whole School Evaluation at Willow Park School highlighted effective leadership and a committed staff involved in strategic development. While teaching quality was generally good to very good, improvements are needed in anti-bullying reporting and the admissions policy to enhance inclusiveness. The school shows strong potential for further development and improvement.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) at Willow Park School. The findings highlighted that teaching was generally good to very good, with students actively engaged and participating confidently in lessons. Recommendations were made for improving the delivery of Relationship and Sexuality Education (RSE) and enhancing assessment practices.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of learning and teaching in English at Willow Park School. Findings indicated competent teaching, with students showing high-quality contributions, though a more student-centered approach is recommended. The subject plan includes a rich selection of texts but lacks specific teaching approaches and learning outcomes.
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The inspection of Science at Willow Park School highlighted a positive learning environment where students were engaged and motivated. Teaching methods were effective, and students demonstrated good knowledge and skills. Recommendations include improving formative assessment strategies and sharing lesson objectives with students.
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This report evaluates the teaching and learning of Irish at Scoil Pháirc na Sailí. The inspector observed classroom interactions and noted effective teaching strategies, with a strong emphasis on student engagement and communication in Irish. Recommendations for further development include enhancing planning and resource use to support language learning.
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This report evaluates the quality of teaching and learning in Irish at Willow Park School. The inspection highlighted effective teaching strategies, good student engagement, and a supportive learning environment. Recommendations include further development of planning and additional strategies to enhance student communication in Irish.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in French at Willow Park School. Findings highlighted good provision for French, effective teaching strategies, and strong student engagement. Recommendations included enhancing the use of ICT and developing formal subject planning.
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