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St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls
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St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls
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- Hackney SM5 3PS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well and meet high expectations, including those with SEND
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, respectful, and welcoming towards each other
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge
Current Educational Practices: Assessment used to support curriculum effectively
Strengths and Challenges: Some teaching does not check key academic vocabulary comprehension
Communication: School communicates pupils鈥� progress and events efficiently
Parent Satisfaction: Parents鈥� opinions are considered during inspections
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give feedback via Ofsted Parent View
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are addressing confidence issues in reporting concerns
Actions for Quality Improvement: Steps taken to improve uptake of English Baccalaureate
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is quickly addressed; safe environment maintained
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff vigilant about pupils鈥� welfare and safety
Extracurricular Offerings: Variety of exciting clubs and trips available
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Enrichment activities balanced with academic study
Career Counselling Services: High-quality, impartial careers advice available
Preparation for Sixth Form: Majority go on to sixth form and university
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND fully included and supported
Subjects Offered: Wide-ranging, broad and balanced curriculum
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St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls is a Secondary, Girls, Roman Catholic school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1462 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 65% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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When the Daughters of the Cross acquired Carshalton House in 1893, St. Philomena's School was initially founded.
The school is housed in structures that include a restored Queen Anne Mansion on 25 acres of lovely grass.
Because Christ is its cornerstone, St. Philomena's is a unique community.
The school's life should allow students to encounter Christ, and its work should be rooted on the spiritual dimension.
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By placing the needs and growth of students and staff first and following Christ's example, leadership in the school must reflect its Christian essence.
Every member of the community, including students and staff, should be guided by the twin themes of love for God and love for one's neighbour.
Students and teachers should be able to grow in their religion at St. Philomena's.
It ought to be an environment where students and faculty are given the flexibility and chance to consider and develop their own principles and attitudes in the context of the teachings of Christ and his Church.
The curriculum of St. Philomena's should promote excellence and accomplishment through the variety of opportunities offered, the calibre of classroom instruction, and the motivation that results from positive staff-student interactions.
Every student is equally valuable, and the curriculum should reflect this by inspiring all students to fulfil their potential and recognising and applauding their accomplishments.
To bring Christ to one another and the larger school community, St. Philomena's members should be encouraged to carry out their ministries and make the best use of their gifts.
A community like St. Philomena's cannot exist in isolation.
Every student at St. Philomena's should receive assistance and preparation for their potential roles in the community outside of school.
It is our duty to ensure that every student is ready to carry out their ministry in the Church and the larger community both now and in the future.
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The school is housed in structures that include a restored Queen Anne Mansion on 25 acres of lovely grass.
Because Christ is its cornerstone, St. Philomena's is a unique community.
The school's life should allow students to encounter Christ, and its work should be rooted on the spiritual dimension.
-.
By placing the needs and growth of students and staff first and following Christ's example, leadership in the school must reflect its Christian essence.
Every member of the community, including students and staff, should be guided by the twin themes of love for God and love for one's neighbour.
Students and teachers should be able to grow in their religion at St. Philomena's.
It ought to be an environment where students and faculty are given the flexibility and chance to consider and develop their own principles and attitudes in the context of the teachings of Christ and his Church.
The curriculum of St. Philomena's should promote excellence and accomplishment through the variety of opportunities offered, the calibre of classroom instruction, and the motivation that results from positive staff-student interactions.
Every student is equally valuable, and the curriculum should reflect this by inspiring all students to fulfil their potential and recognising and applauding their accomplishments.
To bring Christ to one another and the larger school community, St. Philomena's members should be encouraged to carry out their ministries and make the best use of their gifts.
A community like St. Philomena's cannot exist in isolation.
Every student at St. Philomena's should receive assistance and preparation for their potential roles in the community outside of school.
It is our duty to ensure that every student is ready to carry out their ministry in the Church and the larger community both now and in the future.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 吃瓜天堂 grade |
B-
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A
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B+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.9 | - | 14.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 65% | 34% | 37% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 17.80% | - | 4.50% |
| 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 | 0.60 | 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 | 58.8 | 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 | 65% | 49.45% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 58.73% | 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 | 71% | 35.86% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 40% | 24.73% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 60% | 30.18% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.34 | 4.04 | 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 | 99% | 96.53% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 234 | 178 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 94% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 7% | 19.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 78% | 59.59% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 3.47% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.24% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.53% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.06% | 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 | 0.71 | 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 | 63.1 | 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 | 75% | 48.48% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 94% | 56.76% | 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 | 54% | 33.86% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 25.67% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% | 29.1% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.62 | 3.92 | 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% | 94.35% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 205 | 171 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 92.06% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 17% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 85% | 61% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.94% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.29% | 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 | 0.84 | 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 | 61.2 | 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 | 64% 5 | 46% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% 1 | 54.7% | 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 | 80% | 39.6% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 51% 5 | 28.6% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 66% 3 | 33.4% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.65 | 3.86 | 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% | 89.31% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 189 | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 84.38% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 18.25% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 85% | 61.31% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 1.13% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 3.81% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.94% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.06% | 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 | 0.78 | 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 | 59.5 | 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 | 59% 1 | 47.47% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% 3 | 58.11% | 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 | 85% | 41.11% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 46% 6 | 29.16% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 63% 3 | 34.89% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.46 | 3.98 | 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 | 99% | 85.38% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 189 | 155 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 70.25% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 14.25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 83% | 61.63% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 2% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.88% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.56% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.81% | 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 | 0.78 | 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 | 58.7 | 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 | 58% | 48.94% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 59.78% | 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 | 83% | 45.22% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 52% | 36.11% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 60% | 37.5% | 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 | 98% | 88.88% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 188 | 156 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 47.5% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 11% | 16.13% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 80% | 61.81% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.5% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.63% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.19% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1% | 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 | 37.73 | 37.56 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.65 | 38.06 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.80% | 25.19% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 120 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 85% | 74.21% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.29% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 13.93% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 5.71% | 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 | 40.34 | 41.83 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.21 | 41.82 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.1% | 31.55% | 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 | 126 | 147 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 81% | 71.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 2.64% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 13.36% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 7.64% | 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 | 35.99 4 | 37.16 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.25 4 | 36.26 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.8% | 23.49% | 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 | 114 | 142 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 81% | 75.08% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.92% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 12.23% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 5% | 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 | 31.76 4 | 37.05 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.89 3 | 36.42 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.0% | 26.29% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 26 | 16.31% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.15% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 11% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 3.15% | 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 | 35.27 | 37.03 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.85 | 39.35 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.1% | 28.08% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 18 | 16.85% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 3% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 12.62% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 3.69% | 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 Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
