St Patrick's Grammar School

Overview

The inspection was significantly impacted by industrial action, as teachers did not cooperate with the process. Consequently, the ETI states it is "unable to assure parents/carers... of the quality of education being provided for the pupils." The report notes that the school is a "high priority for future inspection with no further notice."

Strengths

• Pupils met by inspectors were described as "friendly, mature and confident."
• Students spoke positively about opportunities to develop "leadership and team-working skills" through mentoring and the prefect system.
• Pupils expressed appreciation for the "support and guidance" they receive from teachers.
• Students reported feeling "safe in school" and knowing what to do if they have safety concerns.
• Pupils spoke positively about the "range of extra-curricular activities on offer."

Areas to improve

• The report does not identify specific areas for improvement because the ETI was "unable to evaluate" the quality of provision, outcomes for learners, or leadership effectiveness due to the lack of teacher cooperation.

Safeguarding

The school provided evidence that safeguarding arrangements "reflect broadly the guidance from the Department of Education," though the ETI was unable to fully evaluate their outworking.