St. Tiernan's Community School
Score Summary
School Context
Inspection Reports
This school has 16 inspectorate reports on record.
Subject Inspection
The inspection evaluated the quality of Mathematics teaching and learning at St. Tiernan's Community School. The overall quality was good, with students engaging positively in lessons and teachers demonstrating a strong commitment to student learning. Recommendations were made to enhance questioning strategies and collaborative planning among teachers.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Art at St. Tiernan's Community School. Findings highlighted a very good atmosphere of mutual respect, effective assessment practices, and high student engagement. Recommendations included enhancing creativity and critical thinking in lessons and ensuring comprehensive coverage of course elements.
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The DEIS evaluation of St. Tiernan's Community School focused on action planning for improvement in areas such as attendance, literacy, and student wellbeing. The overall quality of leadership and DEIS action planning was rated as good, with very good practices noted in supporting student wellbeing. Recommendations include reconstituting DEIS working groups and refining action plans for better implementation across all themes.
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The inspection at St. Tiernan's Community School focused on the implementation of COVID-19 safety measures. The school has established a COVID-19 policy, appointed a Lead Worker Representative, and ensured staff training on safety protocols. Overall, the school met the requirements for child protection and control measures to ensure a safe learning environment.
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The follow-through inspection at St. Tiernan's Community School evaluated the progress made on previous recommendations regarding guidance provision. The school has made very good progress in timetabling guidance lessons and has formed a whole-school guidance planning team. However, there are still areas in the guidance plan that require further development, and the school is working to employ a qualified guidance counsellor.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment in Science at St. Tiernan's Community School. Overall, the quality was good, with effective teaching approaches and student engagement noted, though some areas require improvement, particularly in providing written feedback. Recommendations include enhancing inquiry-based learning and collaborative planning for the Science curriculum.
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The follow-through inspection at St. Tiernan's Community School evaluated the progress made on previous recommendations. The school has made very good progress in developing a clear vision, improving student attainment, and enhancing leadership roles. Overall, the findings indicate a positive learning environment and effective strategies in place for continued improvement.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of Guidance at St. Tiernan's Community School. It found that teaching and learning were good, with effective collaborative opportunities for students. While the overall provision for Guidance was rated very good, there were some issues with timetabling that need to be addressed. The school has a strong support team and good links with the community, contributing positively to student welfare.
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The whole-school evaluation of Saint Tiernan’s Community School highlighted strong management and leadership, with a commitment to inclusivity and student welfare. The quality of teaching was generally good, though areas for improvement include differentiation and assessment practices. Recommendations were made for developing a clear vision for the school's future and enhancing student attainment strategies.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of learning and teaching in the Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) programme at St Tiernan’s Community School. Findings highlighted consistently high standards in teaching and learning, effective planning, and a strong focus on developing students' literacy and numeracy skills. Recommendations included increasing the use of ICT and exploring differentiated learning opportunities.
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The inspection focused on the quality of teaching and learning in Technical Graphics and Design and Communication Graphics at St. Tiernan’s Community School. The findings highlighted very good teaching practices, effective differentiation, and strong formative assessment strategies. However, challenges regarding the subject's viability in the first-year curriculum were noted, along with recommendations for further curricular development.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of learning and teaching in Business Subjects at Saint Tiernan’s Community School. It found that business education is delivered to a high standard in a supportive environment, with effective teaching methodologies and good student engagement. However, recommendations include enhancing the use of ICT and revising the sequencing of topics in the curriculum.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in English at St Tiernan’s Community School. The report highlighted very good classroom practices, effective use of resources, and strong support for students with literacy needs. Recommendations were made for further enhancing the teaching methods and class formations to better support all students' learning potential.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Science and Biology at St Tiernan’s Community School. The school offers a strong science program with good uptake and effective teaching practices. Recommendations were made to enhance student engagement and improve the uptake of higher-level courses.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Metalwork and Engineering at St Tiernan’s Community School. The findings highlighted effective teaching strategies, good student engagement, and appropriate assessment practices. However, concerns were raised about the lack of female students in these subjects and the need for improved facilities and resources.
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The inspection evaluated the quality of teaching and learning in Physical Education at St. Tiernan’s Community School. Despite challenges such as a lack of indoor facilities and qualified staff, the school has made commendable efforts to provide a comprehensive Physical Education program. The use of a local sports hall and a bus service has significantly improved student participation and fitness levels, demonstrating the school's commitment to the subject.
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