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St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
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- Leeds LS29 6AE
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Outstanding
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: All groups of students in Key Stages 3 and 4 make outstanding progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students鈥� attitudes to learning are extremely positive; behaviour is impeccable.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers know their subjects well and use their knowledge to good effect.
Current Educational Practices: There are many opportunities for teachers to develop their skills but sometimes expertise within the academy is not shared widely.
Strengths and Challenges: The quality of teaching is strong throughout the academy overall.
Opportunities for Involvement: There are many opportunities for parents to get involved, with effective communication regarding progress and events.
Communication: Regular updates on students鈥� progress and school events.
Parent Satisfaction: The overwhelming majority of parents agree that their children are safe in the academy.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Conflicts and concerns are addressed promptly, ensuring a safe environment.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders set high goals and reflect accurately on improving outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and tackled swiftly; students feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong support for students from all backgrounds ensures welfare.
Extracurricular Offerings: Numerous extracurricular activities and awards such as the Healthy School Award and Artsmark Silver Award.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Support in balancing academic responsibilities with extracurricular engagements.
Outdoor Facilities: Well-maintained outdoor facilities supporting a variety of activities.
Career Counselling Services: Guidance for future careers and other guidance is strong.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form curriculum expanded for broader choices.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Support in the classroom for students with a special educational need ensures equal progress.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects offered at GCSE and A-Level, including partnership with another local secondary school to expand the curriculum.
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St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1195 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 67% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I'm excited to tell you about St. Mary's Menston.
I consider it a privilege and an honour to lead the school as headteacher.
St. Marys has a prosperous background and is constantly improving.
Our goal is to continue to grow and offer a Catholic education of the highest calibre possible while giving each student the best possible attention, assistance, and results.
Our teaching and counselling are centred on the principles of fidelity, humility, truth, forgiveness, tolerance, dignity, service, and respect.
In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school received an Outstanding rating.
The majority of our students will travel this path across seven years, entering our Sixth Form and then moving on to further study.
Being the headteacher of St. Marys makes me proud and happy.
As you are aware, St. Mary's is a member of The Bishop Wheeler Catholic Academy Trust, a collaboration between ten schools.
For the upcoming academic year, I will serve as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Trust's 10 schools for three days per week.
As a result, I shall be based at St. Mary's as Headteacher for two days each week, and for the 2019鈥�2020 academic year, Miss Hattersley will assume the role of Head of School, taking charge of St. Mary's daily management.
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I consider it a privilege and an honour to lead the school as headteacher.
St. Marys has a prosperous background and is constantly improving.
Our goal is to continue to grow and offer a Catholic education of the highest calibre possible while giving each student the best possible attention, assistance, and results.
Our teaching and counselling are centred on the principles of fidelity, humility, truth, forgiveness, tolerance, dignity, service, and respect.
In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school received an Outstanding rating.
The majority of our students will travel this path across seven years, entering our Sixth Form and then moving on to further study.
Being the headteacher of St. Marys makes me proud and happy.
As you are aware, St. Mary's is a member of The Bishop Wheeler Catholic Academy Trust, a collaboration between ten schools.
For the upcoming academic year, I will serve as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Trust's 10 schools for three days per week.
As a result, I shall be based at St. Mary's as Headteacher for two days each week, and for the 2019鈥�2020 academic year, Miss Hattersley will assume the role of Head of School, taking charge of St. Mary's daily management.
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 18.4 | - | 18.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 67% | 98% | 64% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 23.10% | 35.00% | 35.40% |
| 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 | 0.56 | 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 | 57.2 | 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 | 67% | 31.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% | 45.31% | 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 | 74% | 28.66% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 12.8% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 50% | 17.8% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.20 | 2.93 | 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 | 99% | 89.85% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 205 | 175 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 83.98% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 29.62% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 31.04% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 12.26% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.09% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.68% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.38% | 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 | 0.35 | 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 | 57.5 | 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 | 66% | 34.75% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 46.56% | 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 | 73% | 27.11% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 13.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 46% | 17.89% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.19 | 3.04 | 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% | 90.15% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 181 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 85.85% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 31.94% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 71% | 32% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 11.06% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.89% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.21% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.09% | 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 | 0.41 | 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 | 56.6 | 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 | 61% 3 | 29.37% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% 4 | 45.04% | 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 | 60% | 27.4% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% 1 | 11.13% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% 3 | 16.54% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.1 | 3.08 | 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% | 92.26% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 181 | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 86.64% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 28.05% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 34.85% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 9.36% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.31% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.1% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.54% | 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 | 0.42 | 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 | 56.1 | 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 | 64% 4 | 27.82% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% 7 | 41.98% | 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 | 49% | 27.06% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% 9 | 10.59% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 41% | 15.31% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.93 | 2.89 | 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 | 99% | 87.36% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 185 | 165 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 78.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 24.33% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 36.08% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 8.22% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5.89% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 3.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.53% | 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 | 0.4 | 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 | 55.8 | 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 | 60% | 25.63% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 39.23% | 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% | 26.33% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 38% | 14.25% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 41% | 16.23% | 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% | 85.11% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 164 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 71.83% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 24.63% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 35.06% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 7.94% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 11.11% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.14% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.8% | 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 | 39.39 | 28.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.67 | 28.9 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.10% | 11.96% | 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 | 122 | 238 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 53.78% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 9.15% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 19% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 9.59% | 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 | 38.58 | 32.86 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.4 | 32.96 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.4% | 16.2% | 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 | 123 | 310 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 55.81% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 8.31% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 16.27% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 10.5% | 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 | 36.04 3 | 28.88 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.48 1 | 28.15 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.2% | 10.13% | 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 | 120 | 272 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 55.04% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 10% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 21.31% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 9.38% | 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 | 33.21 4 | 26.88 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.03 1 | 26.98 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 11.39% | 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 | 20 | 30.08% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8.16% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 16.08% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.84% | 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 | 29.77 | 24.78 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.3 | 27.65 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.7% | 11.68% | 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 | 6 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 22 | 45.48% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 8.22% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 19.78% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.83% | 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 | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
