Holy Faith Secondary School
Score Summary
School Context
Inspection Reports
This school has 14 inspectorate reports on record.
Supporting schooling provision
The Child Protection and Safeguarding Inspection at Holy Faith Secondary School evaluated the implementation of child protection procedures. The school was found compliant with all checks related to safeguarding practices, including anti-bullying measures and training for staff. Surveys indicated that both parents and students felt safe and supported within the school environment.
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The inspection focused on Junior Cycle Home Economics at Holy Faith Secondary School. Overall, the quality of teaching and learning was good, with some very good practices observed. Teachers were committed to supporting students, though there were opportunities to enhance teaching approaches for deeper learning. The subject provision and whole-school support were rated very good, while planning and preparation were good overall with some areas needing development.
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The inspection at Holy Faith Secondary School focused on the implementation of COVID-19 safety measures. The school was found to have a comprehensive COVID-19 policy in place, with effective planning, staff training, and control measures. Child protection procedures were also met satisfactorily.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in French at Holy Faith Secondary School. The findings indicated that teaching was very good in three lessons and good in two, with excellent use of the target language. Recommendations included increasing student-to-student interactions and enhancing written feedback on student work.
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The Follow-Through Inspection at Holy Faith Secondary School evaluated the progress made on implementing recommendations from a previous inspection. The school has made very good progress in developing an action plan and engaging in professional development. While good progress was noted in differentiated teaching strategies, some areas still require improvement to ensure all students are appropriately challenged.
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The follow-through inspection evaluated the progress made by Holy Faith Secondary School in implementing recommendations from a previous music inspection. The music department has made good and very good progress, enhancing the subject plan and improving student resource management. Further development of the music plan is recommended to capture effective teaching strategies.
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The Whole School Evaluation at Holy Faith Secondary School focused on management, leadership, and learning. The overall quality of school ownership and management was found to be very good, with strong leadership and good engagement in professional development. While teaching and learning were rated as good, there are areas for improvement, particularly in differentiation and student-led activities.
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The inspection of Music at Holy Faith Secondary School highlighted very good quality in teaching and learning. Students were actively engaged in practical music-making activities, and effective use of ICT was noted. The school provides strong support for the Music program, with good resources and facilities, and the subject planning is well established.
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The inspection of Science and Chemistry at Holy Faith Secondary School found that the quality of teaching and learning was very good in almost all observed lessons. Students were actively engaged in a variety of learning activities, and practical activities were well organized. The school provides excellent facilities and support for science education, with a strong emphasis on collaborative planning among teachers.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Special Educational Needs at Holy Faith Secondary School. The overall quality of teaching was found to be very good, with effective use of resources and a commitment to inclusive education. Recommendations were made for further development in assessment practices and policy enhancements.
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The inspection focused on the teaching and learning of Irish at Holy Faith Secondary School. The quality of teaching was found to be positive, with high expectations set for students and a supportive learning atmosphere. Recommendations were made to enhance differentiation in teaching and to review work plans for clearer learning objectives.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Irish at Holy Faith Secondary School. The findings highlighted a positive teaching atmosphere, high student motivation, and strong support for the subject. Recommendations included enhancing differentiation in teaching and promoting learner autonomy.
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The inspection of Art at Holy Faith Secondary School highlighted the very high quality of teaching and learning. Students demonstrated proficiency in various crafts, and the art department is well-supported by management. Recommendations include introducing contemporary art appreciation in the Transition Year programme.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) at Holy Faith Secondary School. The report highlights strong whole-school support for SPHE, effective teaching strategies, and a caring classroom atmosphere. Recommendations include developing a three-year plan for the SPHE curriculum and improving assessment practices to enhance student engagement.
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