C.B.S. James Street
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School Context
Inspection Reports
This school has 20 inspectorate reports on record.
Subject Inspection
The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment in Mathematics at C.B.S. James Street. Overall, the quality was good, with students showing high levels of interest and engagement. Recommendations include incorporating more mathematics-specific methodologies and enhancing collaborative learning approaches.
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This Follow-Through inspection evaluated the progress made by C.B.S. James Street since the Whole School Evaluation in September 2023. The school has made very good progress in implementing recommendations related to policy development and compliance, while good progress was noted in enhancing learning opportunities and teacher professional development. The report also provided recommendations for further improvements in collaborative learning and planning.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of management, leadership, and learning at C.B.S. James Street. The school provides a caring environment with positive student relationships, but there is considerable variation in leadership practices. Overall, the quality of teaching and learning was satisfactory, with lessons ranging from very good to fair. Recommendations include improving systematic policy development and enhancing collaborative learning opportunities.
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This report is a Child Protection and Safeguarding Final Inspection for C.B.S. James Street. It evaluates the school's compliance with child protection procedures and the implementation of the SPHE and RSE curricula. The findings indicate that the school is fully compliant in most areas, with a very good quality of planning and implementation in the SPHE and RSE programmes.
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This report details an Initial Child Protection and Safeguarding Inspection at C.B.S. James Street. The inspection assessed the school's compliance with child protection procedures, including communication with stakeholders and record-keeping practices. Several areas were found to be partially compliant or not compliant, indicating the need for improvements in documentation and training.
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The inspection focused on the school's compliance with COVID-19 safety measures. The school has implemented necessary policies, appointed a Lead Worker Representative, and ensured staff training on health and safety protocols. Overall, the school met the requirements for child protection and COVID-19 control measures, ensuring a safe environment for students and staff.
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The DEIS evaluation focused on the action planning for improvement at C.B.S. James’ Street, assessing areas such as attendance, literacy, and numeracy. The findings highlighted very good quality in action planning and effective leadership, with strong communication between the school and external services. Recommendations were made to enhance reflective practices and data usage in target statements.
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The inspection evaluated the teaching and learning of French at C.B.S. James Street. While many good practices were observed, the overall quality of teaching was deemed satisfactory. Recommendations include increasing the use of French in instruction and providing more opportunities for student interaction in the language.
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The inspection focused on the quality of teaching and learning in Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) and Relationship and Sexuality Education (RSE). The overall quality was very good, with effective classroom management and active student participation noted. Recommendations include enhancing professional development and further developing assessment policies.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Business Subjects at C.B.S. James Street. Overall, teaching was rated as good, with some very good practices observed. Students were engaged and challenged in their learning, although there are areas for improvement in teaching methodologies and collaborative planning.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Irish at Christian Brothers’ Secondary School. The use of Irish as the language of instruction was good, and there was commendable use of ICT in some classes. Recommendations include extending ICT use, enhancing communicative skills assessment, and improving lesson planning.
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The inspection focused on the quality of teaching and learning in Irish at Meánscoil na mBráithre Críostaí. It found good use of Irish as a language of management and instruction, with effective strategies for developing language skills. Recommendations include expanding the use of technology in teaching and enhancing communication skills assessment.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Science at CBS James Street. The report highlights good provision and effective teaching strategies, with a focus on activity-based learning and student participation. Recommendations include enhancing student involvement and improving the timetabling of science subjects.
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The evaluation of the Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) programme at CBS James’ Street highlighted strong support from senior management and effective organization of the program. The school has implemented recommendations from previous evaluations and maintains good communication with parents. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in ensuring all teachers are suitably qualified for specialist subjects.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Physical Education at CBS James Street. While the school provides Physical Education as a core subject, challenges such as the lack of a qualified teacher and suitable indoor facilities limit the program. However, the commitment of teachers and the establishment of community links for sports activities are commendable efforts to enhance student engagement in physical activity.
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A whole-school evaluation of CBS James Street was conducted, focusing on various aspects of school management, planning, curriculum provision, and student support. The school demonstrates a strong commitment to its mission of providing education for disadvantaged students, fostering a positive and inclusive environment. Recommendations for improvement were made, but no overall rating was provided.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in French at CBS James Street. The report highlights good whole school support for French, effective use of resources, and commendable teaching practices. Recommendations include enhancing student interaction in the target language and improving planning documentation.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in History at CBS James Street. The report highlights good provision for History, effective planning, and varied teaching methods that engage students. Recommendations for further development were also provided, emphasizing the importance of maintaining lesson continuity and reinforcing key concepts.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in English at CBS James Street. The report highlights very good provision for English in the timetable and effective teaching practices. Recommendations include reducing the size of the English teaching team for better collaboration and planning.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Mathematics at CBS James's Street. The report highlighted good whole school support for Mathematics, effective planning, and positive classroom environments. Recommendations include improving numeracy support and diversifying teaching methodologies.
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