Scoil Chaitriona

Roll number: 60700R · Dublin · D09TW99

Mixed Secondary Public DEIS

Score Summary

Overall score7.4 / 10
Inspection score7.5 / 10
Progression rate72.0%
Latest inspection17 Jan 2025

School Context

Total enrolled523
Leaving Cert sits72
Area median house priceEUR 490000
PrincipalMS. FIONA NÍ CHATHÁIN

Inspection Reports

This school has 16 inspectorate reports on record.

Subject Inspection

17 Jan 2025 · Rating: Good

The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in English at Scoil Chaitriona. Overall, the quality was good, with passionate teachers and effective planning noted. However, some lessons lacked variety in tasks and clarity in instructions, which affected student engagement. Recommendations were made to enhance teaching practices and support for all learners.

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Supporting schooling provision

31 Mar 2022 · Rating: Not stated · Not included in school score

The inspection focused on the safe provision of schooling at Scoil Chaitríona, assessing compliance with COVID-19 guidelines. The school demonstrated effective planning, staff training, and implementation of control measures to ensure a safe learning environment. Child protection procedures were also reviewed, confirming adherence to required standards.

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Subject Inspection

15 Jun 2018 · Rating: Good

The inspection focused on the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment in Scoil Chaitríona. The overall quality of teaching and learning was good, with effective use of resources and a positive teacher-student relationship. However, there is room for improvement in providing deeper discussion opportunities for students. The school's support and provision for the subject were also noted as very good.

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Subject Inspection

12 Jun 2018 · Rating: Good

The inspection focused on the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment in Scoil Chaitríona. Overall, the quality of teaching and learning was good, with effective use of resources and a positive teacher-student relationship. However, there is room for improvement in providing deeper discussion opportunities for students.

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Other

13 Mar 2017 · Rating: Satisfactory

The follow-through inspection at Scoil Chaitríona assessed the progress made on recommendations from the original inspection. The quality of teaching and learning was found to be good, with significant progress in leadership and management practices. However, some recommendations are still in partial progress, indicating areas for further development.

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Other

9 Mar 2017 · Rating: Good

The follow-through inspection at Scoil Chaitríona assessed the implementation of previous recommendations. The school demonstrated very good progress in leadership and management, with effective support for teaching standards. Overall, the quality of teaching and learning observed was good, indicating a positive response to leadership initiatives.

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Whole School Evaluation

19 Dec 2014 · Rating: Satisfactory

The inspection of Scoil Chaitríona focused on management, leadership, and learning. While there are strengths in student-teacher relationships and a broad curriculum, strategic leadership needs improvement. Recommendations include enhancing communication and developing a unified vision for the school.

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Whole School Evaluation

19 Dec 2014 · Rating: Good

The whole-school evaluation at Scoil Chaitríona focused on management, leadership, and learning. The inspection highlighted effective pastoral care and a strong atmosphere between students and teachers. While most lessons observed were of good quality, there is a need for strategic leadership and clearer communication within the school community. Recommendations include enhancing leadership for teaching and learning and improving policy review processes.

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Subject Inspection

21 May 2014 · Rating: Very good

The inspection focused on the quality of teaching and learning in German at Scoil Chaitríona. The findings highlighted very good teaching quality, effective use of the target language, and high student engagement. Recommendations were made to enhance peer interaction and integrate daily conversational practices.

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Subject Inspection

21 May 2014 · Rating: Very good

The inspection of German at Scoil Chaitríona highlighted very good quality in teaching and learning. The use of the target language was consistently impressive, and students were highly engaged through various interactive strategies. Recommendations included increasing student-student interaction and documenting learning outcomes in the subject plan.

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Subject Inspection

14 Jun 2013 · Rating: Good

The inspection focused on the quality of teaching and learning in English at Scoil Chaitríona. Overall, the teaching was found to be good, with effective use of resources and methodologies enhancing student learning. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in planning and assessment practices to ensure learning outcomes are consistently reviewed and achieved.

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Subject Inspection

14 Jun 2013 · Rating: Good

The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in English at Scoil Chaitríona. Overall, the teaching and learning were rated as good, with very good practices observed in some lessons. Recommendations include improving lesson planning and incorporating structured speaking and listening activities.

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Subject Inspection

18 Apr 2013 · Rating: Good

The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Music at Scoil Chaitríona. Findings indicated that teaching methodologies were effective, with a strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy integration. However, there is room for improvement in active learning strategies and differentiation to better cater to all students' needs.

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Subject Inspection

18 Apr 2013 · Rating: Good

The inspection focused on the quality of teaching and learning in Music at Scoil Chaitríona. The overall quality was found to be good, with effective methodologies used, although there is room for more active learning strategies. The teacher is committed to professional development, and practical activities are well integrated into lessons.

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Subject Inspection

4 Oct 2007 · Rating: Good

The inspection focused on the teaching and learning of French at Scoil Chaitr�ona. The report highlights effective teaching practices and a supportive learning environment, with students engaging well in language activities. Recommendations for further development include enhancing collaborative planning among teachers and integrating grammar instruction into communicative contexts.

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Subject Inspection

31 Dec 2006 · Rating: Good

This report evaluates the quality of teaching and learning of French at Scoil Chaitr�ona. The inspection highlighted effective teaching practices, good student engagement, and commendable assessment methods. Recommendations include enhancing planning and incorporating a wider range of teaching strategies to further improve student participation.

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