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St Thomas More Catholic Academy
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- Stoke-on-Trent ST3 2NJ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: The school is increasingly effective in preparing pupils for the next stage of their education or training.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is improving rapidly, thanks to new policies and decisive actions taken by leaders.
Qualifications and Training: The school has a strong focus on staff professional development and accountability.
Current Educational Practices: Staff are encouraged to take part in a wide range of initiatives and training activities.
Strengths and Challenges: Several subject leaders have sharpened their practice and are developing effective strategies to engage pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: The school organizes careers fairs and enrichment activities for students.
Communication: Leaders are developing closer links with the primary schools that send pupils to St Thomas More.
Parent Satisfaction: A large majority of staff and pupils appreciate the changes that have taken place.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders have taken strong actions to improve attendance and reduce absences.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The headteacher has led significant improvements in the quality of education the school provides.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school implements effective anti-bullying policies.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The pastoral team provides strong support to pupils in different aspects of their school life.
Extracurricular Offerings: The school offers activities ranging from business and enterprise competitions to robotics, engineering, and art.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: The take-up for these activities and the enthusiasm with which pupils talk about them reflect both the popularity and impact of the enrichment programme.
Career Counselling Services: Students have access to careers advice provided by the local authority.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students make good progress from their starting points in the sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The new focus on the deployment and impact of teaching assistants is improving the quality of education for pupils with special needs.
Subjects Offered: The school offers pathways that match both pupils' abilities and aspirations, including collaboration with the local college for vocational subjects.
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St Thomas More Catholic Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 1168 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 31% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
83.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our goal for St. Thomas More Catholic Academy is encapsulated in our mission statement. Our community, where everyone is known and loved, is centred on Christ. We make sure to invest a lot of time and effort in assisting our students since we take our duty of care to them very seriously.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.5 | - | 18.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 31% | 98% | 26% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.00% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 42.3 | 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 | 31% | 18.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 32.46% | 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 | 22% | 18.32% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 4.61% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 9.21% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.38 | 2.06 | 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 | 90% | 90.19% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 185 | 165 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 80% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 41.38% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 28% | 11.44% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 16.56% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 10.69% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.44% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 6.81% | 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 | -0.15 | 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 | 46.6 | 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 | 41% | 24.72% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 38.72% | 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 | 14% | 15.84% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 7.04% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 10.2% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.66 | 2.46 | 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 | 94% | 91.06% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 188 | 158 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 84.38% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 45.25% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 11.13% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 17.44% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.63% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.19% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4.38% | 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 | -0.36 | 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 | 42.4 | 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 | 33% 1 | 26.45% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 14 | 43.35% | 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 | 49% | 22% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 1 | 6.45% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 5 | 9.6% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.59 | 2.55 | 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 | 97% | 93.58% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 152 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 82.67% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 62.67% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 19.5% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 0.75% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 5.58% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 5.25% | 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 | -0.54 | 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 | 39.5 | 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 | 32% 11 | 22.8% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 5 | 37.45% | 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 | 37% | 19.85% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 7 | 6.05% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% 3 | 10.1% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.4 | 2.4 | 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% | 93.67% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 157 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 84.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 43.67% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 19.42% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 18.08% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 0.58% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.92% | 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 41.9 | 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 | 21% | 22.24% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 37.18% | 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 | 56% | 17.06% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 8% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 9.29% | 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 | 96% | 93.55% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 187 | 167 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 88.55% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 50.18% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 23% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 10.36% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 0.64% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 7.91% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 5% | 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 | 27.07 | 20.14 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29 | 20.49 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.00% | 5.4% | 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 | 48 | 260 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 57.67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.33% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 24.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 11.83% | 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 | 33.04 | 23.07 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.33 | 22.29 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.7% | 9.63% | 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 | 51 | 314 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 63.17% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.33% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 16% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 12.33% | 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 | 24.80 1 | 22.77 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.52 1 | 23.36 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.3% | 4.42% | 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 | 51 | 312 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 60.67% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 9% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 16.83% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 10.33% | 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 | 23.66 3 | 22.19 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.28 1 | 23.48 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.2% | 3.14% | 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 8 | 29.38% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 4.63% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 17.88% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 4% | 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 | 26.21 | 20.4 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.83 | 18.17 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.5% | 5.31% | 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 | - | 18% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 8.8% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16.4% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.2% | 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Thomas More Catholic Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
