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St Oscar Romero Catholic School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
St Oscar Romero Catholic School
St Oscar Romero Catholic School
- Secondary
- Worthing BN12 5AF
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils' progress and attainment are close to national averages but rising rapidly
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is mature and focused on learning; they feel safe and supported
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have many opportunities for professional development
Current Educational Practices: School ensures teaching staff use a wide range of strategies to support learning
Strengths and Challenges: There are strengths in subject knowledge; humanities need improvement
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are involved in interventions and enrichment activities
Communication: Regular data collection and liaison with parents are appreciated
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are understandly positive about the school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors confidently pursue responses to their concerns
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leadership has a sharp focus on improving teaching and outcomes
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is dealt with quickly; staff are well trained in safeguarding
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils鈥� welfare is prioritized; they learn about safety and respect
Extracurricular Offerings: Enrichment activities include swimming lessons and breakfast club
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disadvantaged pupils are well supported and monitored
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St Oscar Romero Catholic School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in West Sussex, South East.
It has 865 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 60% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 |
B-
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A
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-19 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19 | - | 18.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 60% | 34% | 62% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | 0.97 | 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 | 55.5 | 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 | 60% | 24.32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% | 36.43% | 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 | 36% | 17.6% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 8.03% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 11.75% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.81 | 2.47 | 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 | 94% | 94.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 127 | 167 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 88.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 65% | 40.69% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 21.35% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 15.06% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.39% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.14% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.47% | 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 | 1.1 | 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 | 58.6 | 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 | 72% | 26.18% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% | 38.25% | 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 | 31% | 19.43% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 10.22% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 13.83% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.06 | 2.7 | 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% | 90.25% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 124 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 86.98% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 82% | 43.02% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 21.15% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 13.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.44% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.9% | 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 | 0.29 | 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 | 48.9 | 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% 2 | 24.14% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% 3 | 38.12% | 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 | 27% | 23.17% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 9.39% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 13.84% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.02 | 2.62 | 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 | 93% | 90% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 84.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 85% | 39.52% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 22% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 12.55% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.57% | 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 | 0.23 | 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 | 45.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% 11 | 24.72% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% 14 | 36.64% | 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 | 0% | 19.75% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.94% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.84% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.2 | 2.58 | 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 | 97% | 85.5% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 173 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 75.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 79% | 35.98% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 23.21% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 12.43% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.36% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.1% | 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 40 | 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 | 30% | 25.54% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 37.52% | 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 | 18% | 20.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 11.18% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 12.28% | 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 | 94% | 82.78% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 123 | 173 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 66.41% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 72% | 36.41% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 22.2% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 11.44% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.59% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.49% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.68% | 2.45% |
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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 - 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Oscar Romero Catholic School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1