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St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington
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St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington
- Secondary
- Workington CA14 3EE
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils' achievement is not as high as it should be; some struggle to access learning
Behaviour and Attitudes: Minority of pupils do not behave as they should, disrupting learning
Qualifications and Training: Some staff lack the required knowledge and skills for effective teaching
Current Educational Practices: Assessment strategies are inconsistent across subjects
Strengths and Challenges: Staff appreciate efforts to improve workload and well-being
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can engage through school council and charity events
Communication: Parents can give their views on Ofsted Parent View
Parent Satisfaction: Limited information is available regarding parent satisfaction
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders need to ensure robust systems for better governance and safeguarding
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on developing a more ambitious curriculum
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not acceptable; dealt with effectively
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Challenges in oversight and routine training for safeguarding
Extracurricular Offerings: Suitable range of enrichment opportunities available
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Some pupils struggle due to inconsistent curriculum implementation
Career Counselling Services: Pupils access experiences related to various careers
Preparation for Sixth Form: Visits to colleges and post-16 providers help inform choices
Managing and Supporting SEND: Some teachers do not effectively use information to support SEND pupils
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About Us
St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 515 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 33% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.9 | - | 17.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 33% | 98% | 60% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | 26.90% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | -0.31 | 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 | 43.4 | 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 | 33% | 24.15% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 41.41% | 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 | 7% | 24.04% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 7.48% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 10.93% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.51 | 2.69 | 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 | 96% | 85.18% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 122 | 121 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 71.27% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 56% | 32.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 33.86% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 4.82% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 7.82% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 6.09% | 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 | -0.58 | 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 | 35.3 | 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 | 19% | 29.44% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 36% | 46.11% | 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 | 9% | 22.67% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 9.26% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 13.81% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.79 | 2.85 | 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 | 90% | 94.1% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 138 | 130 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 84.67% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 37.14% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 37.24% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.1% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 6.29% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.38% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
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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.
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.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington
Local authority ratio 17 : 1