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St Edward's College
- 4.2 (5 reviews)
- Secondary
- Liverpool L12 1LF
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils and students achieve well across a range of academic and vocational subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Some pupils are subjected to derogatory and discriminatory language.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use expert subject knowledge to deliver the academic curriculum effectively.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders have developed a programme of staff development based on current educational thinking and research.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers help pupils and students to achieve well.
Communication: Leaders involve outside agencies to support vulnerable pupils and their families when needed.
Parent Satisfaction: Staff take timely actions to keep pupils safe.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can get involved by giving their opinions through Ofsted Parent View.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have designed a broad and ambitious curriculum.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors challenge leaders but not sufficiently about pupils’ behaviour towards each other.
Managing Bullying and Safety: When bullying is reported, staff deal with it promptly and effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders have not created a culture that enables all pupils to feel confident in discussing concerns.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils benefit from a rich and diverse programme of wider opportunities and experiences.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Older pupils do not receive a strong offer to support their personal development.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils and students receive high-quality careers advice and guidance.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students value opportunities for work experience in Year 12.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Leaders provide teachers with a wealth of information so they can support these pupils to learn well.
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St Edward's College is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 1168 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 54% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.10% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The time we spend in education is extremely formative; these are the years that shape the mind, the heart and the personality. The formation of young people who have the virtues of character to become leaders in the adult world is at the top of our agenda. Leadership is simply 'making good things happen'. So everything which goes on at St Edward's, in the classroom, on the sports field, in the recital room, on an outward bound expedition, is focused upon helping young men and women become equipped with the radical vision, robust qualifications, and strength of character, to change the world for the better as they live out discipleship of Jesus Christ, being 'men and women for others'. Herein lies the meaning of our school motto, 'Courage through Faith' (from Psalm 27).
St Edward's College is a Catholic academy (an independent school funded directly by the government, so free of charge to attend), part of the Edmund Rice family of schools, founded by the Christian Brothers and following the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice. The College selects 20% of its pupils on the basis of musical aptitude, and is the choir school to Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, many of its pupils involved in leading choral worship there week by week. The remaining places are allocated according to our admissions policy to young people of all abilities who want to experience a traditional, academic curriculum within an explicitly Catholic culture.
In short, St Edward's College is a highly successful school in which young people are challenged and supported in equal measure. With excellent examination results and very high standards in music and sport, it is one of the foremost Catholic schools in England.
So welcome to our website, whether you are a current or prospective parent or pupil, considering applying to join our staff, or simply a casual enquirer. I hope it will convey something of the down-to-earth openness and warmth of all members of the St Edward's College family, the appetite for doing things well, the determination to succeed and to help others succeed and, above all, a sense that in this school our approach to the world, present and future, is infused with the gospel virtues of faith, hope and love.
Stephen Morris
Principal
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St Edward's College is a Catholic academy (an independent school funded directly by the government, so free of charge to attend), part of the Edmund Rice family of schools, founded by the Christian Brothers and following the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice. The College selects 20% of its pupils on the basis of musical aptitude, and is the choir school to Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, many of its pupils involved in leading choral worship there week by week. The remaining places are allocated according to our admissions policy to young people of all abilities who want to experience a traditional, academic curriculum within an explicitly Catholic culture.
In short, St Edward's College is a highly successful school in which young people are challenged and supported in equal measure. With excellent examination results and very high standards in music and sport, it is one of the foremost Catholic schools in England.
So welcome to our website, whether you are a current or prospective parent or pupil, considering applying to join our staff, or simply a casual enquirer. I hope it will convey something of the down-to-earth openness and warmth of all members of the St Edward's College family, the appetite for doing things well, the determination to succeed and to help others succeed and, above all, a sense that in this school our approach to the world, present and future, is infused with the gospel virtues of faith, hope and love.
Stephen Morris
Principal
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
C+
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.5 | 15.1 | 18.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 54% | 48% | 27% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 17.90% | - | - |
| 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 | -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 | 49.7 | 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% | 26.53% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 38.51% | 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 | 54% | 22.26% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 9.51% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 13.89% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.46 | 2.43 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 85.47% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 163 | 115 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 80.56% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 10% | 22.53% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 72% | 39.76% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 3.41% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.91% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.82% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.09% | 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 | 0.12 | 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 | 55.4 | 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 | 66% | 29.89% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 40.6% | 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 | 63% | 21.94% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 33% | 12% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 49% | 16.45% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.03 | 2.55 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 92.21% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 158 | 110 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 88.61% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 21.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 43% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 4.24% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 19.45% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.24% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.39% | 2.13% |
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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 | 54.1 | 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 | 58% | 28.48% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% 2 | 41.55% | 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 | 65% | 23.15% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% 5 | 12.53% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 49% 4 | 16.68% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.96 | 2.66 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 159 | 99 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 79.97% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 20.65% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 70% | 41.12% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 2.97% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.47% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.18% | 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 | 0.2 | 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 | 56.4 | 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 | 58% 3 | 30.05% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% 4 | 44.82% | 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 | 70% | 25.71% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% 11 | 12.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% 5 | 17.74% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.2 | 2.81 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 77.33% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 166 | 102 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 66.15% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 17.48% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 72% | 41.7% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.27% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.03% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.45% | 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 | 0.07 | 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 | 54.6 | 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 | 55% | 30.03% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 44.87% | 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% | 25.97% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 38% | 16.71% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 50% | 18.76% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 78.15% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 166 | 105 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 48.21% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 17.85% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 41.73% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 0.82% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.09% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4.52% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.15% | 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 | 33.12 | 25.92 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.99 | 26.85 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.90% | 10.86% | 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 | 136 | 129 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 65.67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.17% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 16.5% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.83% | 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 | 38.35 | 30.54 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.41 | 29.36 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.8% | 14.23% | 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 | 145 | 158 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 67.83% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 11.38% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11.58% | 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 | 31.60 2 | 26.75 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.50 | 27.62 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.4% | 7.92% | 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 | 115 | 157 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 64.05% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 6.73% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 15.59% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.64% | 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 | 33.68 5 | 26.37 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.96 2 | 27.02 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.7% | 9.8% | 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 | 9 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 20 | 18.36% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.14% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 10.73% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 5.27% | 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 | 28.87 | 25.03 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.39 | 26.02 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.9% | 8.61% | 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 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 16.25% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.33% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 13.5% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 3.88% | 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 Edward's College
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
