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St Michael's Catholic Grammar School
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- Barnet N12 7NJ
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils build up their knowledge over time.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupil behaviour is exemplary; bullying is rare.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are enthusiastic experts in their subjects.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers frequently check that pupils understand what's been taught.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers inspire pupils to want to learn more.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can share their opinions via Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: The school communicates clearly with parents about pupil progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are involved in giving feedback.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders ensure concerns are followed up.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have created a curriculum that makes pupils think hard.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe and happy; strong safeguarding culture.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of extra-curricular clubs available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities help pupils make friends and become happier.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils learn about higher education and apprenticeships.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Work experience aligns with career aspirations.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective strategies ensure SEND pupils reach same goals as peers.
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About Us
St Michael's Catholic Grammar School is a Secondary, Girls, Roman Catholic school located in Greater London, London.
It has 856 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
At this school, 99% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
99.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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1908 The Sisters of the Poor Child Jesus were invited from Simpleveld, The Netherlands and Southam, Warwickshire by Archbishop Bourne of Westminster.
They set out to establish a school.
Construction on the new school building has begun (Junior Building).
The school was relocated to Chudleigh, Devon, from September 1939 to Easter 1940.
1945: the end of World War II; 324 students are enrolled.
1951 saw the submission of the application to become a volunteer-aided grammar school.
The school was granted assisted status with the Ministry of Education's approval鈥攂ut only if a suitable new structure was constructed.
1957 The Senior Building's plans were approved in January, and work started right away at an expected cost of $132,000. A loan was also obtained to fund the project.
1965 In order to temporarily accommodate the growing enrollment, the independent junior school was closed, and the grammar school was given access to the Lower School (Junior Building) classrooms.
1970 The Art Hut (to be clear, the Language Laboratory was the temporary structure) was built in the place of the former eating hut.
A temporary building called the Art Hut was also constructed.
Government financing for new permanent housing, primarily to replace the Lower School building, was repeatedly sought after.
The first lay head was appointed in 1980 by Miss Mary Daly.
In 1987, a deal was made under which the school would pay the Sisters for The Grange and the entire Lower School (Junior Building) over a 50-year period.
In order to bring the buildings up to code, a grant was sought and paid for by the parents.
1995 saw the appointment of Miss Ursula Morrissey as headmistress.
Cardinal Hume O.S.B. blessed and officially launched the new 6th Form Center and Technology Block in 2004. The Junior Building's newly renovated Maths Suite and new ICT suite, which has 33 workstations, were both dedicated by Stephen Twigg, MP.
The new Sports Hall was blessed by Bishop Stack on September 28th, 2008, before Mass was said in the Marquee.
HRH Duke of Gloucester unveiled a plaque for the Sports Hall on Friday, November 7.
2009 Boys who also met our entry requirements were accepted in September to our 6th Form.
2012 Miss Ursula Morrissey retired after 41 years of dedication and devotion to St. Michael's; Mr Julian Ward was appointed headmaster.
The Sisters removed the legal fee in 2015 and refunded the remaining debt for the Lower School and Grange.
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They set out to establish a school.
Construction on the new school building has begun (Junior Building).
The school was relocated to Chudleigh, Devon, from September 1939 to Easter 1940.
1945: the end of World War II; 324 students are enrolled.
1951 saw the submission of the application to become a volunteer-aided grammar school.
The school was granted assisted status with the Ministry of Education's approval鈥攂ut only if a suitable new structure was constructed.
1957 The Senior Building's plans were approved in January, and work started right away at an expected cost of $132,000. A loan was also obtained to fund the project.
1965 In order to temporarily accommodate the growing enrollment, the independent junior school was closed, and the grammar school was given access to the Lower School (Junior Building) classrooms.
1970 The Art Hut (to be clear, the Language Laboratory was the temporary structure) was built in the place of the former eating hut.
A temporary building called the Art Hut was also constructed.
Government financing for new permanent housing, primarily to replace the Lower School building, was repeatedly sought after.
The first lay head was appointed in 1980 by Miss Mary Daly.
In 1987, a deal was made under which the school would pay the Sisters for The Grange and the entire Lower School (Junior Building) over a 50-year period.
In order to bring the buildings up to code, a grant was sought and paid for by the parents.
1995 saw the appointment of Miss Ursula Morrissey as headmistress.
Cardinal Hume O.S.B. blessed and officially launched the new 6th Form Center and Technology Block in 2004. The Junior Building's newly renovated Maths Suite and new ICT suite, which has 33 workstations, were both dedicated by Stephen Twigg, MP.
The new Sports Hall was blessed by Bishop Stack on September 28th, 2008, before Mass was said in the Marquee.
HRH Duke of Gloucester unveiled a plaque for the Sports Hall on Friday, November 7.
2009 Boys who also met our entry requirements were accepted in September to our 6th Form.
2012 Miss Ursula Morrissey retired after 41 years of dedication and devotion to St. Michael's; Mr Julian Ward was appointed headmaster.
The Sisters removed the legal fee in 2015 and refunded the remaining debt for the Lower School and Grange.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A
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A
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B+
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.8 | - | 12.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 99% | 34% | 33% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 52.90% | - | - |
| 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 | 1.09 | 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 | 79.8 | 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 | 99% | 46.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 57.82% | 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 | 82% | 36.76% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 75% | 22.88% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 80% | 28.18% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.59 | 3.64 | 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 | 100% | 92.13% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 96 | 137 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 89.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 17.27% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 58.93% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 6.2% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 5% | 7.33% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.83% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.7% | 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 | 0.78 | 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 | 81 | 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 | 100% | 47.52% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 57.69% | 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 | 78% | 38.63% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 76% | 23.23% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 78% | 27.6% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.65 | 3.67 | 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 | 99% | 92% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 96 | 133 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 90.87% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 15.63% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 59.83% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 6.7% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 8.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.23% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.9% | 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 | 0.92 | 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 | 77.6 | 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 | 99% | 42.6% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 1 | 54.36% | 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 | 90% | 35.96% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 89% 1 | 22.87% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 90% 1 | 27.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.51 | 3.6 | 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 | 100% | 95.78% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 95 | 149 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 93.61% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 2% | 17% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 92% | 60.35% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 6.65% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.48% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.17% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.04% | 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 | 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 | 80 | 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 | 99% 1 | 43.91% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 55.69% | 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 | 92% | 39.02% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 90% 2 | 23.87% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 91% 1 | 29.2% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.82 | 3.68 | 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 | 100% | 91.23% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 96 | 156 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 81.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.14% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 95% | 61% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 4.95% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.45% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.14% | 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 | 0.84 | 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 | 77.8 | 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 | 100% | 38.88% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 50.66% | 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 | 95% | 33.93% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 92% | 24.34% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 92% | 25.68% | 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% | 95.81% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 96 | 160 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 23% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 14.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 91% | 66.76% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 4.67% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.24% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.43% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.33% | 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 | 45.08 | 33.26 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.9 | 32.53 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 52.90% | 19% | 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 | 117 | 164 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 76% | 66.56% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.2% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 10.6% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.36% | 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 | 45.94 | 34.71 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.51 | 34.97 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 46.7% | 21.91% | 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 | 104 | 184 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 85% | 67.42% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 1.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 8.83% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 10.33% | 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 | 43.55 | 32.01 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.79 1 | 31.8 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 45.7% | 16.83% | 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 | 143 | 175 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 90% | 65.81% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2.71% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 11.57% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 1% | 7.1% | 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 | 43.28 | 33.57 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.56 2 | 32.74 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 43.0% | 17.77% | 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 | 15 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 12.11% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.84% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 6.58% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.58% | 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 | 43.52 | 30.41 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.73 | 29.88 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 46.7% | 17.32% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 9 | 16.84% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 1% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 11.47% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.05% | 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
13 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Michael's Catholic Grammar School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1