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St Katherine's School
- Secondary
- Abbots Leigh BS20 0HU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils structure their written work with increasing confidence.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is good and classrooms are calm and purposeful.
Qualifications and Training: Leaders and the trust provide staff with effective training.
Current Educational Practices: Staff use assessment information well to adapt teaching.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching gives clear guidance to pupils on how to complete their work.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give their opinion on Parent View.
Communication: School meets requirements of the Baker Clause, parents receive progress updates.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' views are considered during inspections.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders act swiftly to ensure that pupils are safe.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Effective support for pupils whose attendance needs improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and effectively dealt with when it happens.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff have regular training to ensure they recognise signs of harm.
Extracurricular Offerings: All pupils attend a range of clubs and activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Year 7 pupils learn a musical instrument with expert tuition.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Few sixth-form students change course or leave school before completion.
Career Counselling Services: Planned suitable careers programme but not yet fully embedded.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported.
Subjects Offered: Number of pupils taking science subjects at GCSE and sixth form increased.
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St Katherine's School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 1007 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 51% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In order to help students perform at their best, we work to create a climate where they feel secure, confident, and appreciated.
An education at St. Katherine's is active, focused, and ambitious, but it's also a lot of fun.
To reach their greatest potential, every child needs to feel secure and content at school.
We cherish each young person in our community and are happy to be a comprehensive school that is truly inclusive.
We make the most of our school's size to foster a welcoming environment where each kid is well-known and treated as an individual.
Through our broad curriculum and wide choice of extracurricular activities, we celebrate and recognise the accomplishments of our young people in all forms.
In addition to answering some of your questions, I hope you enjoy reading about our school and get a sense of what a fantastic experience St. Katherine's offers young people.
It cannot, however, truly convey the school's upbeat, aspirational, and engaging culture.
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An education at St. Katherine's is active, focused, and ambitious, but it's also a lot of fun.
To reach their greatest potential, every child needs to feel secure and content at school.
We cherish each young person in our community and are happy to be a comprehensive school that is truly inclusive.
We make the most of our school's size to foster a welcoming environment where each kid is well-known and treated as an individual.
Through our broad curriculum and wide choice of extracurricular activities, we celebrate and recognise the accomplishments of our young people in all forms.
In addition to answering some of your questions, I hope you enjoy reading about our school and get a sense of what a fantastic experience St. Katherine's offers young people.
It cannot, however, truly convey the school's upbeat, aspirational, and engaging culture.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.6 | 15.1 | 16.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 51% | 48% | 50% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.50% | - | 13.00% |
| 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 48.1 | 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 | 51% | 28.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 43.13% | 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 | 27% | 17.56% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 8.19% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 11.38% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.06 | 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 | 93% | 95.92% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 151 | 172 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 90.23% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 42.38% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 28.77% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 1.23% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 17.85% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.62% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.08% | 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 | 0.12 | 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 | 51.9 | 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 | 52% | 30.75% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 44.25% | 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 | 26% | 19.31% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 10.75% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 14.25% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.36 | 2.9 | 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 | 92% | 88.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 157 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 84.93% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 48.36% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 28% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 0.79% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.79% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.43% | 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 | 0.03 | 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 | 47.3 | 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 | 40% | 29.67% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 1 | 46.07% | 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 | 18% | 24.2% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 4 | 9.27% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% 4 | 14.53% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.75 | 2.72 | 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 | 99% | 86.64% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 136 | 147 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 81.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 36.36% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 32.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 0.45% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.09% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.27% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.64% | 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 | 0.1 | 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 | 48.7 | 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 | 40% 1 | 34.38% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 2 | 52% | 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 | 19% | 22.23% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% 4 | 10.15% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 2 | 14% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.86 | 3.12 | 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 | 93% | 77.73% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 135 | 155 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 71.27% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 39.55% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 29.82% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 0.18% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 0.36% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.64% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3% | 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 | -0.51 | 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 | 45.9 | 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 | 39% | 32.08% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 47.77% | 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 | 29% | 29.62% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 15.85% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 17.31% | 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 | 97% | 87.45% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 164 | 159 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 76.45% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 42.45% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 31% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.91% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 4.27% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.36% | 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 | 29.65 | 31.44 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.42 | 32.28 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.50% | 10.31% | 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 | 67 | 203 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 44.25% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5.38% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 27.5% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 7.25% | 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 | 35.23 | 34.07 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.27 | 32.77 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 31.8% | 17.98% | 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 | 37 | 285 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 44.38% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 8.25% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 29.13% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 10.88% | 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 | 28.25 6 | 28.19 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.89 12 | 27.83 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.7% | 10.57% | 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 | 331 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 37% | 48.43% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 8.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 38% | 28.86% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 10.43% | 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 | 34.75 4 | 34 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.83 3 | 34.42 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 30.0% | 18.36% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 52.14% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.57% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 23% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.29% | 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 | 30.18 | 31.28 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.17 | 34.74 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.7% | 15.13% | 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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 58.71% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 8.57% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 28.71% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.43% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 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 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Katherine's School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
