Kilbroney Integrated Primary School

Overview

The inspection was conducted during industrial action, meaning teachers did not cooperate with inspectors. Consequently, the ETI was "unable to assure... of the quality of education being provided" and could not evaluate most aspects of the school. The school is designated a "high priority for future inspection with no further notice."

Strengths

• A group of older children spoke "positively and confidently" about their school experiences, particularly regarding art, ICT, and science.
• Children highlighted the value of extra-curricular activities and roles such as ‘playground pals’ and the School Council.
• Pupils stated they play an important role in ensuring the school is "welcoming, friendly and inclusive."
• Children reported that they "feel safe in school" and know how to stay safe online.

Areas to improve

• The school needs to "continue its work in updating, revising and ratifying its suite of pastoral care policies" in line with current Department of Education guidance.

Safeguarding

The report states that safeguarding arrangements "reflect broadly the guidance from the Department of Education," though the ETI was unable to fully evaluate their outworking due to the industrial action.