Santa Sabina Dominican College
Score Summary
School Context
Inspection Reports
This school has 15 inspectorate reports on record.
Programme Evaluation
The focused evaluation assessed the learning and provision for students with special educational needs at Santa Sabina Dominican College. The quality of learning outcomes ranged from good to excellent, with effective assessment practices noted. Strengths included well-structured lessons and positive student-teacher relationships, while areas for improvement involved enhancing team-teaching and ensuring access to wellbeing subjects.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in English at Santa Sabina Dominican College. Overall, the quality of teaching and assessment was very good, with teachers well-prepared and students engaged. However, while learning quality was good, there are recommendations for enhancing student ownership and cooperative learning.
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The Follow-Through Inspection at Santa Sabina Dominican College evaluated the school's progress on previous recommendations. The school has made very good progress in implementing its code of behaviour and adjusting its schedule of posts to meet priority needs. However, collaborative planning and reflective practices among teachers require further development.
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The Whole School Evaluation at Santa Sabina Dominican College focused on management, leadership, and learning. The overall leadership for learning is very good, with effective management and a strong commitment to student achievement. However, there are inconsistencies in some operational systems, such as the year head and tutor systems, which need to be addressed for better effectiveness.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Guidance at Santa Sabina Dominican College. The overall quality was rated as good, with effective group work and a supportive management structure. Recommendations include enhancing communication with SPHE teachers and improving support for students and parents regarding subject options.
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The inspection of History at Santa Sabina Dominican College found the overall quality of teaching and learning to be very good, with excellent practices observed. Student-centered approaches and effective use of ICT were highlighted, along with strong feedback mechanisms and peer-assessment activities. Recommendations for improved collaboration in planning were also noted.
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The inspection of French at Santa Sabina Dominican College highlighted that the quality of teaching and learning was good overall, with some excellent practices observed. Students were engaged and receptive, but there is a need for more active engagement and authentic communication opportunities. Recommendations include enhancing assessment strategies and maximizing the use of the target language in instruction.
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The inspection of Music at Santa Sabina Dominican College highlighted excellent teaching and learning practices. Students showed high engagement through practical activities, and effective assessment methods were in place. The supportive management and high-quality planning contributed to a positive learning environment.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Mathematics at St Dominic’s High School. The findings highlighted good planning, effective teaching practices, and a strong support system for students. Recommendations were made for further development in planning and resource management.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Home Economics at St Dominic’s High School. The subject is popular and well-supported, with effective planning and preparation by a cohesive team of experienced teachers. While the teaching methods are strong, there are recommendations for improving timetabling and further integrating active learning methodologies.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Geography at St Dominic’s High School. It found high-quality teaching methods and effective classroom management, with a focus on developing students' skills and knowledge. Recommendations were made for improving resource planning and addressing the decline in student uptake of the subject.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning of Irish at St. Dominic’s High School. The report highlighted strong subject provision, effective planning, and a collaborative teaching environment. Recommendations included enhancing ICT use and refining planning to focus on learning objectives.
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The inspection focused on the quality of teaching and learning in Gaeilge at St Dominic’s High School. The report highlights strong student engagement and effective planning among teachers, with a solid curriculum in place. Recommendations for further development include enhancing the use of technology in teaching and fostering collaborative practices among teachers.
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A whole-school evaluation of St Dominic’s High School was conducted in October 2008. The report highlights the school's commitment to providing a holistic education and the effective management by the board and senior leadership. Recommendations for improvement include enhancing communication between management and staff, and addressing the distribution of responsibilities among middle management.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Science and Biology at St Dominic's High School. The report highlights good uptake of Science subjects and effective teaching methodologies observed in classes. Recommendations include addressing time allocation for Junior Certificate Science to enhance practical activities.
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