Coláiste Bríde - Prospectus 21/22

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Coláiste Bríde is a vibrant post primary school that places relationships at the centre of everything we do. We pride ourselves in providing quality teaching and learning to all students in an inclusive school environment.

Our extensive range of extra-curricular and cocurricular activities enable students to get fully involved in school life. I believe our school provides a holistic education, one which ensures your daughter will reach her full potential.

We set high expectations for our students and thrive in a warm welcoming atmosphere based on mutual respect.

Inclusion and diversity are celebrated in our school. Our state of the art building inspires all who enter it, to open their minds to learning. Working together as a teamstaff, parents and students is how we raise student aspirations.

I very much look forward to welcoming you and your daughter to our school.

Louise Ronan

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Our Mission Coláiste Bríde is a Catholic, Presentation post-primary school for girls within CEIST, Catholic Education an Irish Schools Trust.

The School aims, in the spirit of Nano Nagle’s vision: 1.

To nurture the personal, academic and spiritual wellbeing of each student in a caring, inclusive learning environment with the support of parents / guardians and staff

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To cherish equally all students in our care, to prepare them with confidence, strength of character and a sense of purpose, ready to take their place as respectful citizens and leaders in the 21st century global society

In drawing up the above aims, we were influenced by the desire of Nano Nagle, Foundress of the Presentation Congregation, to cherish equally all pupils in our care.

We, like her, recognise and welcome the co-operation and support of the wider community in achieving these aims.

Acting Principal

Louise Ronan

Steve McEntegart

Niamh O’Brien

Mairéad Earley

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Why choose Coláiste Bríde?

Application Process for Incoming 1st Years

Coláiste Bríde is a Voluntary Catholic Secondary School for girls, operating under the trusteeship of CEIST (Catholic Education an Irish Schools Trust). Our current enrolment is over 960 students with a dedicated staff of 90. Our teachers are a highly qualified, dynamic and innovative group who inspire our students to succeed.

Application forms and information regarding our Admission Policy will be delivered by representatives from Coláiste Bríde to girls in 6th class in the local primary schools.

Information is also available directly from Coláiste Bríde and from our website, www.colaistebride.com

Positive Behaviour All members of the Coláiste Bríde community are expected to treat one another with respect, good manners and courtesy at all times.

We expect and promote high standards of behaviour centred on respect including: • respect for self • respect for fellow students • respect for staff • respect for property

We encourage our students to live out the values of respect, honesty, truth, care and justice while developing a keen sense of responsibility and promoting commitment.

View our Code of Behaviour on www.colaistebride.com

State-of-the-art Facilities • 4 Science Labs • 3 Home Economics Kitchens • 2 Business Studies Rooms • 2 Art Rooms • 1 Craft and Technology Room • 1 Music Room • 3 Information Technology Rooms • 1 Religion and Meditation Room • 1 Multi-Media Language Centre • 1 Library • 2 Lecture Rooms • 30 General Classrooms • Outdoor Classroom • 3 Career Guidance Offices • 2 Learning Support Rooms • 8 Pastoral Rooms • Parents’ Room • Large General Purpose Area

Our Building The free flow of people, information and ideas is facilitated by the design of the building while fostering pride, respect and self-esteem among all members of the school community.

The colour scheme for the school was specifically chosen to stimulate learning. The colours also reflect the school colours used in the uniform.

Natural light makes an impact by creating a sense of space and freedom with bright colours giving energy and dynamism to flow areas.

Our school environment is enhanced by beautiful art murals, many of which have been created by our own past pupils or current students. The outdoor spaces are spectacular, offering students a variety of eating areas, places to unwind and areas to play sport. Our unique outdoor courtyard with performance stage, artificial grass and colourful seating with canopies really is a sight to behold. Our organic garden is another great asset to our school. The wide range of outdoor space in an urban setting is very rare and allows both students and staff to invest in the school spirit.

• Spacious Corridors • Championship Sports Hall (including changing facilities) • Student Canteen • Healthy Eating Programme - free breakfast served daily!

• Outdoor Performance Area • Weatherproof Outdoor Seating Areas • Landscaped Courtyards and Gardens • Organic Garden • First Aid Room • Stationery Shop • Lift access for students or staff with a disability • Outdoor basketball and tennis courts • Full playing pitch

Curriculum Coláiste Bríde offers an extensive curriculum that provides a diverse range of subjects at all levels.

Junior Cycle Curriculum Students may study a mixture of subjects and short courses, as well as presenting school experiences for certification purposes (see www.juniorcycle.ie for further details and latest updates).

Core Subjects Irish

English

Maths

History

Geography

Business BEING LITERATE

Religion COMMUNICATING

Choose 1 from: French

Italian

Learning Suport WORKING WITH OTHERS

Choose 2 from: Music

Home Economics

Science

Art

Coding

Artistic Performance

SPHE

Guidance Related Learning

KEY SKILLS

BEING CREATIVE

Wellbeing Programme: PE

MANAGING MYSELF

CSPE

STAYING WELL

MANAGING INFORMATION & THINKING BEING NUMERATE

Transition & Transfer

Other Curriculum Subject Supports: Gardening

ICT (1/2 year rotation)

Literacy

Numeracy

The eight key skills of Junior Cycle are embedded into all aspects of the Junior Cycle curriculum.

Junior Certificate School Programme (JCSP) The Junior Certificate Schools Programme is an intervention into the Junior Cycle and not an alternative to The JCSP Programme.

The JCSP Programme attempts to help young people experience success and develop a positive self-image by providing a curriculum and assessment framework suitable to their needs.

The programme aims to ensure that students actively participate

in their learning, make progress and build on their achievements.

The programme also aims to develop students’ literacy, numeracy, communication and group work skills. On completion of the programme, students receive a profile which is an official record of their achievements from the Department of Education and Skills.

Provision for students with special educational needs is integrated into the curriculum at all levels.

Transition Year in Coláiste Bríde Transition Year provides a bridge to help pupils make the transition from the structured and dependant environment of Junior Cycle to one where they will take greater responsibility for their own learning and decision making at Senior Cycle. This allows them to build personal confidence, to gain competence in the core academic subjects and to develop skills and initiatives in a way that may not be possible in the more exam orientated classes.

Transition Year also provides another gateway of entry to subject choice at Senior Cycle. Applicants for the course are selected on the basis of age, maturity, motivation, application and attendance.

Transition Year students participate in a variety of interesting subjects and modules throughout the year.

Core Subjects:

Options in TY: Spanish

Active Flag Leadership Programme

Mini Company

An Gaisce (The President’s Award)

Young Social Innovators Modules in TY: Holocaust Studies

Cycle Against Suicide

European Studies

Forensic Science

History

Life Skills

Geography

Business

English

Information Technology

Politics and Society

Accounting

Irish

Dedicated Home Economics

Development Education

Economic

Maths

Dedicated Art

Community

Music

Physical Education

Dedicated Science

LIFT Leadership programme

Tourism and Heritage Studies

Pastoral Care

Dedicated Social Science

Art

Sign language

Religion

Dedicated Music

Home Economics

Agricultural science

Artistic Performance

French/Italian

Our motto for TY - You Only Get Out of It What You Put Into It!

Students are also given an opportunity to gain work experience in a variety of situations. There is limited availability on this course and not all applicants are guaranteed a place. We have developed strong relationships with partner organisations such as Trinity College Dublin (Bridge 21), Localise, South Dublin County

Council, Clondalkin Tidy Towns, An Gaisce (The President’s Award), as well as getting involved in the organisation of numerous charitable fundraising activities. Students are encouraged to enter competitions and to get involved in community activities, thus developing their personal skills and talents.

Leaving Certificate There are three Leaving Certificate programmes offered: 1. Leaving Certificate (Established) 2. Leaving Certificate Applied 3. Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme

Leaving Certificate (Established) In general, students taking this option study seven subjects.

COMPULSORY SUBJECTS Irish, English, Mathematics, Religion and Physical Education MODULES in Career Guidance, Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE).

Students choose 4 subjects from the following: History

Accounting

Economics

Geography

Art, Craft & Design

Italian

French

Home Economics (Social & Scientific)

Chemistry

Religious Education (State Exam)

Biology

Music

Business

Physics

Enterprise (Link Module)

Computer Science

In general, students are free to choose any four subjects having had a basis at Junior Certificate or during Transition Year. In collaboration with Moyle Park College, we are now offering Polish and Agricultural Science at Leaving Certificate Level.

In addition, students may sit Leaving Certificate examinations in other languages, e.g. Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Lithuanian, Portuguese, etc. However, we do not offer tuition in these subjects.

Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) The Leaving Certificate Applied is a two year programme aimed at preparing students for adult and working life. The programme sets out to recognise the talents of all students and to provide opportunities for developing personal responsibility, self-esteem and self-knowledge, and helps students apply what they learn to the real world.

The two year programme consists of four half year blocks called sessions. Achievement is credited in each session. Courses are offered in three main areas: Vocational Preparation, General Education and Vocational Education.

Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) The Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) provides senior cycle students with the opportunity to undertake an innovative, dynamic subject which combines both academic and vocational elements. As part of the programme, students will have an opportunity to: • • • •

prepare a CV conduct a career investigation undertake work experience engage in event planning

This subject is studied in addition to traditional leaving certificate subjects, giving students the opportunity to develop key life skills.

ICT in Coláiste Bríde Here in CB we use ICT for teaching, learning and administration systems within the school.

Students and staff actively use ICT-based communication to participate in learning communities outside the school. We are continually developing systems and digital learning content, to meet students’ individual learning needs. We use carefully selected ICT-based learning and assessment resources to enhance and support student learning.

We use Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams for learning. When a student arrives in CB they receive their login details. These will stay with them for the duration of their time with us. This enables students to be independent learners, and gives them access to their class materials whenever they need them.

We have 4 Computer rooms, and a large number of laptops for student use. Every subject avails of these throughout the year.

Our Wi-Fi systems enable students to safely use their own devices for learning, under the supervision of the class teacher.

We offer Coding as a junior cycle short course, and Computer Science as a leaving certificate subject, however, all students will receive ICT classes and take part in ICT based events during their time here.

We are passionate about promoting STEM careers and opportunities. We are very proud of the high numbers of our students who go on to study and work in technology related roles.

Our students take part in the following national programmes: CodePlus with Trinity College and TA21, SDCC Inspiring the Future, IWish conference, Microsoft Dreamspace, CSInc with TU Dublin, TeenTurn, Stemettes, Women in Data Centres, Stepin2Tech for digital literacy, IBM P-TEch, AWS GetIT and many more.

Achievements Coláiste Bríde has a long tradition of providing excellent education to girls in the Clondalkin area and boasts many achievements: • College for Every Student School of Distinction 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 • Excellent academic reputation in state examinations • Top feeder school in Dublin 22 to universities (Irish Times) • Winner of Pramerica Spirit Community Leadership Awards • Recipient of All-Ireland Scholarship (JP McManus) • University Entrance Scholarships to UCD, NUI Maynooth, TCD and DCU • Proud record as a top fundraising for charity school • Strong links with parents, past pupils, community and industrial organisations • National Wellbeing in the Workplace Award 2016 • Debating – consistent top performing school in Leinster at junior and senior level • ECDL Test Centre and Microsoft Approved Test Centre • Vodafone Passion for the World Around Us Award • Host of school exchanges with other European partner schools • 8 Green Flags Achieved – for Recycling, Energy Conservation, Water Conservation, Transportation & Biodiversity, Global Citizenship and Water Conservation in a global context. We are working towards our 9th Green Flag for Water Conservation in a global context • Pilot Programmes in conjunction with NUI Maynooth and Trinity College Dublin – TAP, TEIG and Bridge 21 • Commendations in BT Young Scientists of the Year Competition • 3 Beacon School for ICT • Winners of Young Social Innovator (YSI) Awards – Community of Excellence • 2012 All-Ireland Volleyball Champions, 2015 Table Tennis All-Ireland Champions • 2019 Basketball School League Winners • Ireland’s representative in EU Living Schools Lab • Digital Media Awards – Ireland Silver Runner-up 2015 • One of the first schools in Ireland to offer Leaving Certificate Computer Science • Women in STEM- Amazon Web Services GetIT Programme • Microsoft Dreamspace Teacher Community for STEM Teaching and Learning • Took part in Women in Data Centres Pathways Program • Teen Turn STEM winners

Awards

Community Links

Students are nominated for awards in:

We are firmly committed to forging links with our local community. We achieve this through local parishes, sporting and cultural links, local employers, Sisk HealthCare, Scifest, Local Libraries, Clondalkin Tidy Towns, other schools and charitable organisations.

• Achievement • Dedication • Rising Star • Subject Achievement • Nano Nagle Award • Extra-curricular Achievement • Student of the Year • Sportsperson of the Year • School Spirit Award • Principal’s Award • Cara Award • Design of Journal Cover • Design of School Christmas Card Special Award Ceremonies are held in May for all students.

These ceremonies are a time of celebration and recognition of students’ nominations for Achievement, Dedication, Rising Star and Subject Specific Awards. Our Award Ceremonies are a lovely opportunity for staff, parents/guardians and students to celebrate success in the area of learning. Our awards also recognise success, accomplishment and talent in attendance, extra- curricular activities as well as school spirit.

College for Every Student - TA21 Our College for Every Student Programme (TA 21) in Coláiste Bríde helps provide students will the relevant information and support they need to make the choice that suits their career path best.

Throughout a students’ time in Coláiste Bríde students will develop knowledge, skills and guidance in a wide range of career pathways.

Here are some of the topics which students will learn about: Finance

Subject Choices

Academic Role Models

Resilience

Communication Skills

Networks

Motivation

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Self Direction

Leadership in Learning

Engage, Innovate, Inspire

Active School Flag Committee

YSI

Student Council

Scifest

Learning Leaders

Green Flag

Fundraising

Walton Club

School Performances

Science Gallery

Engage, Innovate, Inspire

Mentoring

Self Confidence There are three strands to our CFES Programme. They are: Pathways to College, Mentoring and Leadership in Learning.

Coláiste Bríde has been chosen as a School of Distinction for CFES for the past four years. This is in recognition of all the work that has been done in the school as part of the CFES programme.

Coláiste Bríde was one of only 10 schools from Ireland successful in obtaining School of Distinction.

Engage, Innovate, Inspire

Student Mentors

School Sports Teams

Prefects

Catch Up Corner

Turn to Teaching

Maths Club

Careers Night

TA21 Mentoring Visits

Past Pupil Talks

TA21 Summer School

Pathways to College Campus Tours

Digital School Championship

College Awareness Week

Subject Choice Talks

Guidance Related Learning

Sisk Healthcare – LCVP

HEAR/DARE Talk

TCD Med Day

College Open Days

Scholars Ireland

Academic Scholarships

Student Leadership All of our students are encouraged to join in with the development of our school and this takes the form of different student organisations.

We offer students the following opportunities: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Prefects Head Girl & Deputy Head Girls Student Newsletter Student Council An Gaisce – The President’s Award Cairdeas Mentors School Choir Class Captains and Deputy Class Captains Yearbook Committee Green Flag Committee Active School Flag Maths Club Arts Council Learning Leaders Green Flag Committee ICT Prefects Student Techteam Webwise Ambassadors Digital Youth Ambassadors

Prefects Coláiste Bríde through its ‘Prefect Leadership Programme’ provides the opportunity for 5th year students to apply for Prefect positions. The role of the Prefect is highly respected and a very important role in the school. The goal for an aspiring Prefect is to create a culture of collaboration, inclusiveness and community in their role throughout the year. Prefects are expected to establish and maintain the highest standards of behaviour, attitude and appearance at all times providing a positive role model for all students.

Prefects are appointed in 5th year to undertake the various roles of responsibilities.

Head Girl & Deputy Head Girls Head Girl and Deputy Head Girls are selected by the staff in May of each year. The role of Head Girl and Deputy Head Girl is an honorable one steeped in tradition. The announcement of our new team is met with great excitement each year! Our Head Girl Team lead by example throughout their final year here, taking major roles in events such as Presentation Day and Wellbeing Week. It is an opportunity for them to engage with both staff and students, developing leadership and social skills.

Student Concil The Student Council consists of a representative body elected from and by the general cohort of students in the school. The Student Council will give students an opportunity to voice their concerns and opinions and to play an active role in policymaking in the school. A member of staff will liaise with the Student Council and through the Council links will also be formed between the students and Senior Leadership Team.

The student council organise our annual Wellbeing Week.

All year groups are represented on the Student Council.

Cairdeas Mentor Programme The mentors act as a support network for the incoming 1st years through various methods. Their duties include: • Making contact with first year students ten minutes before the school day starts • Help with the transition to classes/navigating the school building • Helping out with the 1st year information night for parents and first year bonding day • Visiting their tutor group during tutor time three times a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) at the beginning of the school term • Ensuring that the class become acquainted with them, know their name, know who they are and why they are there • Get to know first years and show an interest in them as individuals • Encourage their involvement in the first year homework club, after school sports, give tips for homework, etc.

• Advise and reassure • Encourage positive friendships and help class members to get along and to accept each other • Liaise with first year tutors or year head regarding any issues arising

Opportunities for Parental Participation Throughout the year parents are invited to attend information briefings such as: • Parent/Guardian Information Briefing at the beginning of each school year • Subject and Programme choice Information Evenings • Cyberbullying and Digital Citizenship

Parents’ Council

• Dyslexia and Special Education Needs

A number of parents are elected to form the Parents’ Council at the Annual General Meeting of parents each year. The Parents’ Council meets generally once a month and acts as a representative body that:

• CAO Information

• represents the views of parents

• Graduation and Awards Night

• informs parents of developments in education and in the school

• Annual Parent Teacher meetings

• fosters co-operation between parents, teachers and school leadership

• Guest speakers such as Jacinta Kitt and Coleman Noctor

• provides opportunities for parents and the school principal or representative of staff to meet and exchange ideas on the education of their children, to discuss issues such as discipline, homework etc. and to address topics of mutual interest • helps with the provision of extra equipment and fundraising • Parents Council help fundraise for our annual Student Bursary

Parents who wish to become actively involved in the school are welcome and encouraged to join the Parents’ Council.

• Positive Parenting

• TY/LCA Information Briefing • Tour briefings for each group travelling

• Personal appointments

Check out www.colaistebride.com for updates!

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Extra Curricular Activities Trips and Tours Every year there are many school tours and trips organised, for example:

At Coláiste Bríde there is a wide range of activities to suit all students. Our emphasis is on participation and we offer a number of activities to support this. The following activities are part of our extracurricular sport programme which offers a variety of sports to all our students:

Athletics (Couch to 5K)

Recreational Basketball

Table Tennis

Tag Rugby

Soccer

• Ski trip • Tours to London, Paris, Lake Garda, Brussels and Edinburgh • Hiking trip to Glendalough as part of the An Gaisce (President’s Award) • Adventure and canoeing to Baltinglass and Westport

Gaelic Football

Senior Basketball

Badminton

If sport is not your thing, there are lots of other activities to choose from:

Green Flag

Learning Hub

Ukulele Club

• Science and Geography field study trips • A host of class trips including the French Adventure weekend and the Gaeltacht weekends in Donegal and Rath Cairn

Volleyball

Fit Club

School Choir

Students

Science Club

Mindful Colouring Care Club (Care for animals, respect & education)

Reading Club

• French exchange to Lyon • Italian exchange to Bassano del Grappa

Night Study Night Study is open to all students and takes place after school Monday to Thursday (nominal fee applies, subject to change).

Freshers Day! In September our we hold our extracurricular sign up day for first year students. This event offers every sport, club and extra-curricular activity the opportunity to present their particular area of interest to all our new First Year students.

First Year students are given the opportunity to visit the displays and stands prepared by our school clubs and sporting activities. TY students at each stand provide all the relevant information about each activity and answer any questions students have. Sign-up sheets are available at each stand.

We have a strong musical tradition featuring school choirs, orchestra and individual instruments. Students regularly perform in concerts and recitals. Many of our students play with the Clondalkin Youth Band. Recent musical productions in conjunction with Moyle Park College include Grease, Fame, Hairspray and All Shook Up.

Pastoral Care We have a dedicated Pastoral Care team which includes the Principal, a deputy principal, a member of the Guidance team, a member of the SEN department, our school chaplain and a member of the School Completion Programme. Our pastoral care system is all inclusive and recognises the importance of diversity and respect within our whole school community.

Student Supports Deputy Principal, Year Head & Tutor Each year group has a designated Deputy Principal, Year Head & class tutor who is dedicated to the welfare of the students in their class/year group. Students get to meet with their tutor every day at tutor time.

Special Educational Needs Team / Learning Support We have an extremely dedicated, qualified team of Special Education Teachers and Special Needs Assistants who work tirelessly to support the teaching and learning process for our students with special educational needs. The team work together with students, parents and teachers to ensure these students thrive and reach their potential during their time here at Coláiste Bríde, not just academically but personally and socially.

Guidance Team Our guidance team endeavour to create a safe, caring and supportive environment for our students. They work alongside the Senior Leadership Team, Year Heads, Tutors, SEN Team and all teachers in the school. Their roles are vast and cover numerous areas, including personal and social counselling, educational counselling and vocational/career counselling. They help our students to make informed choices in the personal, social, educational, and vocational areas of their lives. They also offer one to one support to students who want to discuss personal or vocational issues in a confidential, non-judgemental setting.

We engage with students from First to Sixth Years in a variety of ways, across a wide range of experiences which including the following: • Careers classes • Support with Subject Choice • Study Skills workshops • College Campus Visits • College Summer Schools • Careers Nights • Guest speakers (College, Careers and Mental Health) • College Awareness Week Activities • Mock Interviews • Psychometric Testing (For example: Aptitude and Careers Interests) • Incoming First Years • Trinity Access (TA21) activities • Parent Information Nights • Mentoring Programmes • Internships • Partnership and referral to outside support agencies such as Jigsaw, CAMHS and Pieta House etc.

• Mental Health support and Education

Ethos Alive in the Community Our commitment to the Presentation ethos and Nano Nagle’s mission is ever present through our community and parish links.

We keep Nano’s vision alive through various events throughout our school year, such as: • We visit St. Brigid’s Well and participate in parish liturgies • In recent years, some students accompany the parish pilgrimage to Lourdes as helpers • For World Women’s Day of Prayer we help to lead liturgy in the community • Catholic Schools Week is an essential part of our calendar in addition to opening year masses, graduation and remembrance liturgies • Youth Ministry with the village church at morning mass • Whole school celebration of Presentation Day each November • Student and teacher participation (we were a host school for the World Meeting of Families) • Senior Cycle trip to Knock • Student Council annual visit to Ballygriffin, Co. Cork - the birthplace of Nano Nagle, followed by a trip to the Nano Nagle museum in Cork city

Global Education Experience Through the Presentation Sisters, Coláiste Bríde is linked with our sister school in New Dehli, India. Staff from each school have visited the other, with plans afoot to engage students further in communicating through video chats and email, as they get to learn about each other’s communities first hand as part of our development education and global citizenship.

Looking at Our School – DES Inspection Reports In December 2019 our school was subject to a Whole-School Inspection – Management, Leadership and Learning (WSE-MLL).

The school received an excellent report. Below is a summary of the key findings from the report.

• The quality of leadership and management is very good, a highly effective board of management and senior leadership team promote a culture of care and continuous improvement for staff and students.

• Innovation and creativity in learning is central to this school and is reflected in the development of attractive learning spaces, innovative teaching practices and a very positive student-teacher rapport, all of which support students’ engagement with their learning.

• Very effective student care structures are evident; provision for students with special educational needs (SEN) is methodically organised by an outstanding and

highly committed core team, however a large number of teachers are delivering SEN additional support.

• The quality of teaching, learning and assessment in the majority of lessons was good or very good, with numerous examples of exemplary practice noted.

• The school has very successfully implemented previous inspection recommendations to a high standard, though differentiated teaching methodologies remains an area for development.

• The school’s self-evaluation process is of a high quality and there is a very good capacity for improvement throughout the school.

In May 2016, we had a history inspection, also with very positive findings: • The quality of teaching and learning ranged from good to very good with instances of excellent practice often in evidence

• A range of innovative and effective methodologies and resources were used to encourage student engagement with their learning

• In almost all lessons observed, a positive classroom atmosphere and very good teacher student rapport were strongly supportive of learning

• There is good whole-school support for History notwithstanding the need to enhance the uptake of history in the school’s senior cycle programmes

We firmly believe in offering a progressive academic curriculum as well as an extensive range of extra-curricular activities which promote the holistic development of our students.

In March 2017, a French inspection resulted in the following findings: • The quality of teaching and learning in the majority of lessons was very good, with exemplary practices evident in a number of lessons • There was excellent use of the target language by both the teachers and the students in most of the lessons • A wide range of innovative methodologies was observed during the evaluation

• The teachers of French are committed to their professional development and demonstrate a dynamic approach to their work • The quality of provision and whole school support is very good • The quality of both individual and collaborative planning and preparation is very good

Full subject inspection reports are available online at www.colaistebride.com

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