St Raphaela's Secondary School
Score Summary
School Context
Inspection Reports
This school has 14 inspectorate reports on record.
Subject Inspection
The inspection evaluated Mathematics teaching at St Raphaela's Secondary School, focusing on teaching, assessment, and planning. The overall quality was good, with very good practices noted, particularly in teacher support and student engagement. Recommendations include enhancing active learning strategies and improving assessment practices.
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The inspection of Geography at St Raphaela's Secondary School found the overall quality of teaching and learning to be very good, with lessons that were student-centered and engaging. Teachers effectively used high-quality resources and varied teaching methods, although some lessons could benefit from increased challenge. The subject provision and whole-school support for Geography were also rated very good, with all students studying the subject at Junior Cycle. Recommendations include enhancing junior cycle planning and ensuring all teachers have opportunities to teach across both cycles.
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The inspection of Home Economics at St Raphaela's Secondary School found that the overall quality of teaching and learning was good. Literacy strategies were effectively integrated into lessons, enhancing student learning. However, challenges were noted with current timetabling arrangements that affect practical lessons. Recommendations include extending self-assessment opportunities and reviewing programme plans to better balance practical skills development.
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The follow-through inspection at St Raphaela's Secondary School evaluated the progress made on previous recommendations. The school has made very good progress in developing a strategic plan, reviewing leadership responsibilities, and enhancing learning support. Good progress was noted in establishing an academic mentoring and tracking system.
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The inspection evaluated the teaching and learning of Spanish at St. Raphaela's Secondary School. Overall, the quality was found to be good, with effective collaborative practices in the Spanish department. Recommendations were made to enhance student speaking opportunities and improve assessment practices.
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The Whole School Evaluation at St Raphaela's Secondary School assessed management, leadership, and learning. The board of management provides good leadership, and the senior management team creates a supportive learning environment. While teaching quality is generally good to very good, some areas, such as strategic planning and special educational needs, require attention.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Business Subjects at St Raphaela’s Secondary School. The majority of lessons showcased very high-quality teaching, with students demonstrating excellent knowledge of business topics. The department's planning and collaborative practices were also highlighted as exemplary, contributing to a supportive learning environment.
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The inspection of Physical Education at St Raphaela’s Secondary School found the quality of teaching and learning to be uniformly good, with exemplary practices observed. Students were actively engaged in well-structured lessons that fostered a positive atmosphere. Recommendations include enhancing assessment processes and ensuring all students have adequate access to Physical Education.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Science and Biology at St Raphaela’s Secondary School. The findings highlighted good teaching practices, effective use of technology, and strong student engagement. Recommendations included enhancing cooperative learning and further developing students' investigative skills.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Mathematics at St. Raphaela's Secondary School. Overall, the teaching was found to be good, with effective lesson preparation and use of mathematical terminology. However, some lessons lacked clarity in objectives and pacing, leading to disengagement among students. Recommendations include varying teaching methodologies and improving lesson pacing.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Spanish at St Raphaela’s Secondary School. The report highlights good uptake of the subject, effective use of resources, and strong support for students with special educational needs. Recommendations include enhancing student participation and further developing planning for language skills.
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The evaluation of the Transition Year programme at St Raphaela’s Secondary School highlighted the strengths in programme organization, planning, and student support. The school fosters a whole-school approach with effective leadership and parental involvement. Recommendations were made for further development in areas such as ICT integration and subject planning.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in French at St Raphaela’s Secondary School. The school demonstrates strong support for language learning, with effective planning and a variety of teaching strategies observed. Recommendations include enhancing opportunities for students to study multiple languages and improving the use of the target language in lessons.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) at St. Raphaela’s Secondary School. The report highlighted commendable practices in planning, support, and teaching methodologies, noting that SPHE is well integrated into the school curriculum and positively contributes to student development. Recommendations were made for further enhancing the subject's delivery and fostering collaborative teaching approaches.
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