Drumhillery Primary School

Overview

Drumhillery Primary School is described as an integral part of its local community, providing a "safe, happy and inclusive learning environment" underpinned by a strong Christian ethos. The report highlights that children are "enthusiastic and motivated about their learning" and that staff are "dedicated and committed," creating respectful relationships throughout the school.

Strengths

• A "well-embedded, shared vision" where children are "learning, caring and achieving."
• Children feel "safe and happy" with "respectful relationships across the whole school."
• Effective support strategies ensure children with special educational needs "integrate fully into their class and experience success."
• High levels of attendance (96%) and positive feedback from parents regarding pastoral care and communication.
• Successful implementation of ICT and numeracy initiatives, evidenced by the "Digital School Northern Ireland Award."

Areas to improve

• Identify and disseminate effective practice to develop children’s "thinking skills and strategies for learning" more consistently.
• Provide opportunities to develop a "vibrant and focused community of learning" that empowers all staff.
• Ensure Individual Education Plans for children with special needs are linked more closely to implemented strategies and progress monitoring.

Safeguarding

The report states that "the arrangements for child protection align to the current statutory guidance."