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St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Current pupils make strong progress, particularly in mathematics and science. Disadvantaged pupils made less progress than other pupils nationally.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school. They have positive attitudes to their lessons and are keen to learn.
Qualifications and Training: Staff value the high-quality training they receive.
Current Educational Practices: A more effective assessment system has meant that teachers know what their pupils understand and plan lessons accordingly.
Strengths and Challenges: Some subjects lack challenge for the most able pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are kept in touch with the progress of vulnerable pupils.
Communication: Staff keep in touch with the parents of vulnerable pupils to offer support.
Parent Satisfaction: Governors work with the local authority to ensure safeguarding procedures are robust.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders listen to the concerns of subject leaders and staff.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The headteacher's vision has led to improvements in the quality of education. Leaders have introduced effective strategies and policies.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding is effective. Pupils feel safe and are well cared for.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pastoral staff ensure that vulnerable pupils receive help when they need it.
Extracurricular Offerings: The extra-curricular programme is wide-ranging. Pupils appreciate varied activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Sessions have been introduced to prepare pupils for the next stages of education.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils socialise in outside areas or the school restaurant.
Career Counselling Services: High-quality careers advice and visits to universities help raise students' aspirations.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students move on to appropriately ambitious destinations.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND make good progress due to extra support.
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About Us
St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1094 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 30% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
91.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In 1964, St. John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School was founded. The sole secondary Catholic school in the Local Authority, St. John Fisher is a special school in Medway. Additionally, it is the only secondary school with two distinct campuses, which enables us to offer a small, loving school exclusively for Years 7 and 8, greatly easing the transition from primary to secondary education. Our Ordnance Street location has our Sixth Form Center, which offers a variety of specialised facilities such a caf茅 bar, ICT suites, and classrooms, as well as a specialised centre for Years 9 through 13. Students in Years 9 through 11 have a wide variety of academic and applied options to choose from, ensuring that they have the right learning pathways that lead to success. The Ordnance Street location has undergone renovations and enhancements to provide better access to learning via ICT, upgraded scientific labs, multi-media access for BTEC courses, and a renovated library. We are confident that our sixth form centre encourages and challenges pupils to do their best work. Additionally, they will have more opportunity to serve as role models for younger students and contribute to the culture and ethos of the school because they will be housed with children in Years 9 through 11. By serving as Head Boy and Head Girl on the Sixth Form squad, they can further hone their leadership abilities. The headteacher of St. John Fisher School is Mrs. Dympna Lennon.
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Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.54 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 37.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 30% | 29.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 40.92% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 8% | 25.92% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 12.88% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 18.62% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.93 | 2.71 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 88% | 91.35% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 146 | 144 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 86.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 21.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 49.5% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.05% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.3% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.95% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.2% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.29 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 34% | 31.54% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 43.69% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 10% | 23.96% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 14.73% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 18.77% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.16 | 2.79 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 95.3% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 91.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 25.05% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 70% | 49.9% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.05% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 16.9% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.2% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.3% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.13 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 41.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 30% 9 | 31.67% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% 7 | 44.92% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 31% | 27.33% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 4 | 13.5% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% 5 | 18.67% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.5 | 2.85 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 88% | 90.11% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 113 | 133 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 85.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 23.26% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 47.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.11% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.42% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.42% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.89% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.21 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 38 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 21% 1 | 32.13% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% 6 | 45.65% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 26% | 28.35% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% 2 | 12% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% 1 | 17.78% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.11 | 2.96 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 84% | 84.53% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 132 | 141 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 75.47% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 20% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 50.47% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.58% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.95% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.08 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 38 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 22% | 31.91% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 42% | 44.35% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 30% | 27.78% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 17.48% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 19.13% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 93% | 84.63% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 52.37% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 22.32% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 50.11% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.79% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.21% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.47% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 21.94 | 23.48 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.01 | 22.21 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 5.65% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 49 | 170 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 53.17% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.17% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 24.94% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 20% | 11.17% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 21.06 | 26.81 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24 | 26.15 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 5.43% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 58 | 204 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 56.28% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 6.33% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 19.28% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 16% | 12.94% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 21.93 1 | 25.79 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 15.19 3 | 25.76 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 6.05% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 54 | 223 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 53.06% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 8% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 23.88% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 10.24% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 20.20 1 | 27.64 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 12.36 22 | 27.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | E+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 6.98% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 31.53% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.76% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.88% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 5.59% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 21.35 | 26.95 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.29 | 28.61 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 6.43% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 9 | 36.47% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.71% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 23.35% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.12% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St John Fisher Catholic Comprehensive School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
