St Pauls Secondary School
Score Summary
School Context
Inspection Reports
This school has 15 inspectorate reports on record.
Subject Inspection
The inspection evaluated the teaching and learning of Spanish at St. Paul’s Secondary School. Overall, the quality was good, with exemplary student behavior and excellent whole-school support for languages. However, some teaching practices need improvement, particularly in increasing the use of Spanish in the classroom and providing more feedback to students.
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The inspection evaluated Geography at St. Paul’s Secondary School, focusing on teaching, learning, assessment, and subject provision. The overall quality was good, with very good practices observed in half of the lessons. Classroom management was effective, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment. Recommendations include enhancing the introduction of key skills earlier in the curriculum and balancing teacher-led instruction with student participation.
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The inspection evaluated Religious Education at St. Paul's Secondary School, focusing on teaching, learning, assessment, subject provision, and planning. While the overall quality of teaching and learning was satisfactory, there were effective practices observed, including one highly effective lesson. Recommendations were made for enhancing student engagement and the use of resources.
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The follow-through inspection at St Paul’s Secondary School evaluated the progress made on previous recommendations regarding Physical Education. The school has made good progress in areas such as co-operative learning and developmental feedback, but there are still shortcomings in the timetabled provision for senior cycle students. Recommendations include ensuring all students receive a double-period of Physical Education and refining assessment practices.
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The evaluation focused on the Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) at St. Paul's Secondary School. The quality of teaching and learning was rated very good, with effective student engagement and support. However, the overall provision for the LCVP was found to be fair, as it falls below the recommended time allocation, impacting the range of activities and experiences for students.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Business Subjects at St Paul’s Secondary School. Most lessons were rated as very good, with effective use of ICT and real-life applications in teaching. However, some lessons showed a need for more engaging methodologies and higher-order questioning to fully engage students. Recommendations include promoting Business Studies to improve student uptake and enhancing cooperative learning strategies.
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The inspection of Physical Education at St Paul’s Secondary School found that the quality of teaching and learning was good, with students actively engaged in a supportive atmosphere. While the provision of single-period lessons limits learning experiences, there are very good efforts to encourage participation in extra-curricular activities. Recommendations include optimizing time allocation and enhancing assessment processes.
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The inspection focused on the quality of learning and teaching in Irish at St. Paul’s Secondary School. The use of Irish as the language of instruction was very good, with effective classroom management and interaction observed. Recommendations include enhancing communicative skills and increasing the use of ICT and diverse teaching resources.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of learning and teaching in English at Coláiste Chill Mhantáin. Overall, the teaching was found to be generally good, with students showing engagement and interest. The school has very good facilities and a well-managed timetable for English, although some areas for improvement were identified in teaching practices and collaborative planning.
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The inspection focused on the quality of teaching and learning in Irish at Coláiste Naomh Pól. Overall, the use of Irish as a medium of instruction was very good, with effective strategies observed in some classes. Recommendations include enhancing communication skills and expanding the use of technology in lessons.
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The inspection of French at St Paul’s Secondary School highlighted that the overall quality of teaching and learning was good or very good. Teachers effectively used the target language and employed a variety of methodologies, maintaining a good balance between instruction and student activity. Recommendations include enhancing student interaction and introducing oral assessments to boost communicative confidence.
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The inspection of English at Saint Paul’s Secondary School highlighted high-quality teaching and learning practices. Students were actively engaged, and the use of ICT was very effective. Recommendations include prioritizing an additional English lesson in first year and enhancing subject planning.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Science at St Paul’s Secondary School. The findings highlighted effective teaching practices, good student engagement, and a supportive learning environment. Recommendations were made for enhancing curriculum choices and improving lesson structures.
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This report evaluates the quality of teaching and learning for students with special educational needs (SEN) at St. Paul's Secondary School. The inspection found that the school has a positive attitude towards inclusion and provides appropriate support for students with diverse needs. Recommendations include developing a whole-school policy on inclusion and formalizing procedures for identifying and supporting gifted students.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Spanish at St Paul’s Secondary School. The findings highlighted very good planning and preparation, effective teaching methodologies, and healthy uptake of the subject among students. Recommendations were made for further development, including enhancing resource accessibility and incorporating more cultural materials into the curriculum.
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