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St Wilfrid's RC College
- 1.3 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- South Tyneside NE34 0QA
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Progress across subjects is well above the national average, with particularly strong outcomes in English and EBacc subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are highly courteous and polite towards staff and visitors. Behaviour is excellent.
Qualifications and Training: High value on continuing professional development ensures teachers' effectiveness.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders ensure teachers stay current through quality assurance processes.
Strengths and Challenges: High morale, high expectations, and a challenging curriculum.
Opportunities for Involvement: Active participation in school council activities.
Communication: Regular updates via reports and meetings.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are satisfied with the school's high standards and supportive environment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Swift and decisive action taken to address concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Targeted actions lead to rapid improvement in outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong safeguarding culture; bullying dealt with quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are well cared for with high standards of safety.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of activities, especially in sport and music.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils participate fully without compromising academics.
Outdoor Facilities: High-quality facilities supporting various activities.
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers guidance; high proportion proceed to higher education.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Rigorous systems and bridging courses support transition.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective support leads to strong progress for SEND pupils.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects including core and EBacc subjects.
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St Wilfrid's RC College is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 1356 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 41% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
93.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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College Vision In the Christian environment of our campus, respect and cooperation permeate all we do. At St. Wilfrid's Roman Catholic College, we are dedicated to guiding and advancing every member of our neighbourhood on a journey of faith and education. We strive to achieve excellence and overcome challenges through mutual respect and consideration, underpinned by Gospel values and the example of Christ. Every action we take to guarantee that every kid realises their full God-given potential is rooted in faith and education.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16 | 15.1 | 18 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 41% | 48% | 51% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 14.30% | - | 15.10% |
| 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 | -0.23 | 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 | 48.1 | 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 | 41% | 25.83% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 42% | 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 | 59% | 25.33% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 8.17% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 13.75% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.24 | 2.67 | 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 | 92% | 81% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 184 | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 72.5% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 44.67% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 16.67% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.08% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.83% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.83% | 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 52.7 | 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 | 54% | 27.15% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 43.31% | 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 | 58% | 17.31% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 33% | 9.54% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% | 12.46% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.78 | 2.58 | 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 | 98% | 88.54% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 177 | 116 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 82% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 47.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 16.85% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 18.08% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.54% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.31% | 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 50.4 | 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 | 44% 8 | 21.92% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% 3 | 37.54% | 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 | 47% | 15.23% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% 9 | 6.62% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% 13 | 10.38% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.43 | 2.39 | 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 | 92% | 89.23% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 130 | 106 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 78.69% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 48.92% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 17.54% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 12.46% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 5.77% | 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 | 0.43 | 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 | 53.4 | 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 | 52% 10 | 26% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% 2 | 41.54% | 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 | 64% | 16.15% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% 3 | 7.54% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% 2 | 11.31% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.71 | 2.56 | 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% | 76.92% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 157 | 115 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 62.75% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 43.5% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 19.83% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.17% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.67% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.08% | 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 | 0.13 | 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 | 51.9 | 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 | 42% | 24% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 42.83% | 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 | 68% | 22.92% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 9.83% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% | 11.92% | 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 | 95% | 81.73% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 163 | 109 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 65.73% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 43.64% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 19.36% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 0.73% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 8% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.55% | 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 | 35.41 | 32.73 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.51 | 33.01 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.30% | 11.4% | 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 | 83 | 216 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 63.4% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 11% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 14.8% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 8.6% | 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 | 40.13 | 35.89 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.83 | 36.27 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.6% | 14.2% | 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 | 90 | 363 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 62.6% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 12.8% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 9.8% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 12% | 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 | 31.51 4 | 32.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.47 3 | 33.99 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.0% | 13.52% | 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 | 57 | 218 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 82% | 65.2% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 12.4% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 12.2% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.4% | 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 | 35.18 3 | 31.91 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.14 3 | 33.5 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.0% | 14.54% | 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 | - | 18.75% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 11% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 11% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.25% | 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 | 32.75 | 22.84 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.96 | 23.79 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.4% | 11.78% | 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 | - | 39.67% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.67% | 4.23% |
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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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Wilfrid's RC College
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
