St Marys Secondary School
Score Summary
School Context
Inspection Reports
This school has 15 inspectorate reports on record.
Subject Inspection
The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment in Guidance at St Mary’s Secondary School. Overall, the quality was good, with effective practices observed in lesson delivery and student engagement. Recommendations include reducing lesson content for better student assimilation and establishing a whole-school guidance team.
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The inspection focused on the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment in Irish at Meánscoil Mhuire. The report highlighted effective practices in active learning and positive student-teacher relationships, with high expectations for student learning. Recommendations were made to enhance questioning techniques and feedback to further support student self-awareness as learners.
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The inspection at St Marys Secondary School focused on the implementation of COVID-19 safety measures. The school was found to have a comprehensive COVID-19 policy, effective risk assessments, and appropriate training for staff. All necessary control measures, including physical distancing and sanitization protocols, were in place, ensuring a safe environment for students and staff.
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The inspection of St. Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School highlighted very effective management and leadership, with a strong focus on teaching and learning. The school provides high-quality support for students, including those with special educational needs. Recommendations include optimizing the use of resources for SEN and enhancing collaborative planning among teachers.
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The inspection evaluated the teaching and learning of History at Saint Mary’s Secondary School. The findings highlighted good classroom management and positive teacher-student rapport, though there is room for improvement in differentiation and raising expectations. Overall, the quality of subject provision and whole-school support was deemed good, with recommendations for enhancing teaching strategies and assessment practices.
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The inspection focused on the quality of teaching and learning in Science at Saint Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School. Most lessons were rated as very good, with effective assessment strategies and good classroom management noted. Recommendations include enhancing assessment activities and improving laboratory infrastructure.
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The inspection of Mathematics at St Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School found that the quality of teaching and learning was very good, with many examples of excellent practice. Students engaged well, and exemplary behavior was observed in classrooms. Recommendations include providing appropriate challenges for all students and enhancing peer observation among teachers.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Special Educational Needs at St Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School. Overall, the quality was rated as good, with some very good practices noted. Recommendations include enhancing student engagement through active learning methodologies and integrating Assessment for Learning strategies more effectively.
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A whole-school evaluation of St Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School was conducted in May 2008. The report highlights the school's commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for students, with various initiatives aimed at addressing their academic and social needs. The management structure is well-established, and there are ongoing efforts to improve school planning and curriculum provision.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of Guidance provision at St Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School. The school demonstrates a strong commitment to guidance, employing a qualified guidance counsellor and collaborating effectively with other staff. Recommendations include improving access to ICT for guidance purposes and establishing a formal care team for senior cycle students.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Science and Biology at St Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School. The report highlighted effective planning, good use of resources, and a positive classroom atmosphere. Recommendations included improving laboratory safety and enhancing ICT integration in teaching.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in English at St Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School. The report highlights very good support for English instruction, effective planning, and a stimulating learning environment. Students are well-prepared for their exams, and various co-curricular activities enhance their learning experience.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Music at St Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School. The music department is well-staffed and offers a variety of activities, though some recommendations were made for improving continuity in the curriculum and enhancing resources. Overall, the teaching practices observed were effective, with a strong emphasis on practical activities and student engagement.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Mathematics at St. Mary’s Secondary School. The school demonstrates a strong commitment to Mathematics, providing appropriate resources and support for students. While teaching practices are generally effective, there is a recommendation to explore more varied methodologies to engage students actively in their learning.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Geography at Saint Mary’s Holy Faith Secondary School. The report highlights very good whole school support, effective planning, and high-quality teaching methodologies that actively engage students. Recommendations include enhancing ICT integration and focusing on key geographic skills in early years.
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