Laurelhill Community College

Overview

This fourth follow-up inspection confirms that Laurelhill Community College demonstrates the capacity to identify and bring about improvement in the interest of all learners. The report states that outcomes for learners and the quality of provision are now “good,” with examination results exceeding Northern Ireland averages for non-selective schools. Strategic leadership remains effective, supported by a cohesive senior team and active governors.

Strengths

• Outcomes for learners are “good,” with 52% of pupils attaining five or more GCSEs at grades A* to C, including English and mathematics.
• The curriculum offer is “broad and balanced,” meeting pupil needs well, evidenced by high progression rates to further and higher education.
• Strategic leadership, management, and action to promote improvement remain “good,” with clear roles and effective monitoring of provision.
• The majority of lessons observed were “good or better” in promoting and progressing pupils’ learning.
• Parents and staff expressed high levels of satisfaction, highlighting the “hard work and commitment of the staff.”

Areas to improve

• The school must “continue to focus on improving the quality of learning and teaching.”

Safeguarding

The report does not contain specific findings or commentary regarding safeguarding arrangements.