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St Mary's Church of England High School (VA)
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- Broxbourne EN7 5FB
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils share the school鈥檚 high ambitions of what they can learn and achieve.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and treat each other with kindness.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders have research-informed, whole-school approaches to teaching.
Qualifications and Training: Staff are improving the guidance and training.
Strengths and Challenges: Some pupils with SEND do not achieve as well as they could due to lack of precise support.
Opportunities for Involvement: Leaders and governors have developed strong relationships with parents.
Communication: The majority of parents expressed appreciation for the quality of the school鈥檚 provision.
Parent Satisfaction: Most staff feel that leaders and governors are considerate of staff鈥檚 well-being and workload.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff deal effectively with rare occasions of bullying so it stops and does not reoccur.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have made improvements to the design and delivery of the curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Safety: On the rare occasions of bullying, staff deal with it effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school鈥檚 work to support the well-being of pupils is strong.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils benefit from enrichment opportunities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Older pupils help Year 7 pupils settle into school successfully.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive careers guidance that helps shape their career goals.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students speak with conviction about their views regarding contemporary issues.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The school needs to ensure that teachers receive precise guidance about the specific needs of pupils with SEND.
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St Mary's Church of England High School (VA) is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 1037 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 36% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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St Marys is an 11鈥�19 coed, comprehensive school with academy status that accepts 240 students for every new class of Year 7 students. Our secondary school is one of four Christian schools in Hertfordshire that are all under the jurisdiction of the Diocese of St. Albans. The school is highly known in the neighbourhood for its excellent inclusion programme and high-quality services. In accordance with Christian values, St. Mary's CE High School is dedicated to offering a secure and nurturing learning environment. According to SIAMS Church School Inspectors and Ofsted's Jan. 2015 ratings, we are a good school (May 2015). No matter their abilities or backgrounds, all of our students receive exceptional education that enables them to reach their full potential. The conduct of the students is excellent. Ofsted January 2015: Students feel secure and like visiting the academy. In April 2010, we relocated to our new location on Lieutenant Ellis Way. The brand-new school facilities offer a superb learning environment. Our facilities include a large main hall and sports hall, theatrical studios, an outdoor amphitheatre, specialised computer labs, a Learning Resource Center and Student Center, as well as social spaces for each year group. It is served with IT facilities of industrial calibre. The original intended eight form entry school building will nearly be finished with the addition of twelve more classrooms, including two science laboratories and two technology workshops. From September 2015, this extension will be in effect. The sixth form block's final two corners will be added during the school building's final phase in order to accommodate our expanding sixth form. The Governors are putting in a bid for the money and anticipate finishing the construction by 2017鈥�18.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.7 | 15.1 | 18.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 36% | 48% | 55% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | - | 10.10% |
| 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 | -0.24 | 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 | 41.1 | 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 | 36% | 37.35% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 50.5% | 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 | 48% | 30.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 15.56% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 21.37% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.65 | 3.37 | 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 | 95% | 93.36% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 236 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 89.49% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 32.25% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 47.62% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 1.65% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.96% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.52% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.37% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 44.5 | 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% | 39.23% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 51.68% | 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 | 42% | 30.36% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 17.89% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 22.57% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.78 | 3.51 | 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 | 97% | 90.81% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 188 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 88.37% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 32.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 48.52% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 1.68% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.41% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.07% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.41% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 41.7 | 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 | 23% 11 | 33.34% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% 7 | 47.05% | 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 | 61% | 29.27% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 2 | 15.54% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 5 | 21.09% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.61 | 3.25 | 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 | 98% | 89.37% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 163 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 85% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 30.93% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 47.29% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 1.2% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.52% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.32% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.11% | 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 | 0.07 | 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 | 44.7 | 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 | 34% 8 | 34.96% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 1 | 47.77% | 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 | 55% | 29.08% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 1 | 16.17% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% 6 | 21.85% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.88 | 3.3 | 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 | 94% | 84.29% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 145 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 74.49% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 24.6% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 47.98% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 0.5% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.68% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.7% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.5% | 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 | -0.06 | 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 | 43.5 | 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 | 26% | 35.25% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 49.19% | 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 | 57% | 30.85% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 20.2% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 21.91% | 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% | 87.55% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 121 | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 43.81% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 27.71% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 48.14% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.37% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.63% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.21% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.74% | 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 | 22.14 | 32.74 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.5 | 31.59 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 15.43% | 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 | 72 | 150 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 74% | 63.36% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 4.46% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 21.3% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 7.42% | 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 | 32.03 | 36.9 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.96 | 35.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.6% | 20.26% | 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 | 59 | 180 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 86% | 64.63% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.55% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 18.52% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 9.21% | 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 | 26.37 2 | 32.57 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.89 1 | 32.16 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.3% | 16.46% | 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 | 45 | 182 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 62% | 60.54% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.7% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 22.9% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 6.93% | 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 | 24.98 6 | 31.83 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.67 3 | 31.93 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 16.88% | 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 | - | 22.77% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.32% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.42% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.94% | 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 | 18.52 | 30.74 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.11 | 31.86 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 16.88% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 10 | 31.6% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.49% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 20.42% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.54% | 4.23% |
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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 - 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's Church of England High School (VA)
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
