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Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College
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Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College
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- Trafford WA15 8HT
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Based on the inspection date: 04 October 2022
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 1585 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College, our school community, and our great accomplishments make us incredibly proud.
We think that going to a great school can change a kid's life, and we think that every child who attends our school should graduate with a solid sense of personal faith, the highest academic standing possible, and mature character traits prepared for adulthood.
In addition to ensuring that our students are ready to enrol in the top institutions in the nation and pursue successful careers, we place a great premium on helping them develop the moral principles and values that will help them become decent people.
We are quite proud of the great academic performance that our sixth-form students achieve, therefore it is not surprise that the sixth-form is rated as Outstanding for the outcomes, care, and advice it provides.
One of the defining characteristics of our school is that we constantly strive to move forward, get better, and raise the bar for the education we provide to every student, even after receiving several great Ofsted ratings.
Our student development and leadership programmes push and challenge our students to be the best they can be, and the new progress metric for schools, Progress 8, positions us among the top schools in the region and the nation.
The school is incredibly well-liked by parents and consistently oversubscribed due to a high demand for spots. This is not surprising given our academic accomplishments and standards.
I hope that as you browse our website, you will get a sense of the ambitious, progressive, prosperous, and joyful family that is Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College.
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We think that going to a great school can change a kid's life, and we think that every child who attends our school should graduate with a solid sense of personal faith, the highest academic standing possible, and mature character traits prepared for adulthood.
In addition to ensuring that our students are ready to enrol in the top institutions in the nation and pursue successful careers, we place a great premium on helping them develop the moral principles and values that will help them become decent people.
We are quite proud of the great academic performance that our sixth-form students achieve, therefore it is not surprise that the sixth-form is rated as Outstanding for the outcomes, care, and advice it provides.
One of the defining characteristics of our school is that we constantly strive to move forward, get better, and raise the bar for the education we provide to every student, even after receiving several great Ofsted ratings.
Our student development and leadership programmes push and challenge our students to be the best they can be, and the new progress metric for schools, Progress 8, positions us among the top schools in the region and the nation.
The school is incredibly well-liked by parents and consistently oversubscribed due to a high demand for spots. This is not surprising given our academic accomplishments and standards.
I hope that as you browse our website, you will get a sense of the ambitious, progressive, prosperous, and joyful family that is Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B+
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A-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.5 | 17.2 | 18.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
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 | 0.02 | 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 | 51.5 | 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 | 52% | 51% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 62.64% | 45.2% |
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 | 20% | 38.28% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 24.28% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 28.68% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.3 | 4.19 | 2.96 |
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% | 93.82% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 90.36% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 30.32% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 34.59% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 14.36% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 11% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.82% | 2.15% |
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 | 0.18 | 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 | 47.7 | 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 | 47% 1 | 48.04% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% 2 | 63.17% | 43.33% |
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 | 33% | 34.67% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 4 | 21.92% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 4 | 27.63% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.95 | 3.92 | 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 | 96% | 94.23% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 88.05% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 29.55% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 33.95% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 14.18% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.86% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.59% | 2.77% |
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 | 0.27 | 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 | 48.6 | 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 | 48% 2 | 49.63% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% 2 | 63.79% | 42.55% |
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 | 25% | 40.96% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 7 | 26.17% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% 1 | 33.13% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.96 | 4.09 | 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 | 97% | 94.62% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 190 | 126 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 82.62% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 27.67% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 35.57% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 11.33% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.95% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.95% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.86% | 2.07% |
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 | 0.31 | 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 | 46% | 50.48% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 64.22% | 43.01% |
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 | 26% | 39.39% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 28.78% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 30.09% | 16.18% |
| 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 | 94% | 87.76% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 41.9% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 26.05% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 35.52% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 9.86% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.43% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.29% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
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 | 39.16 | 38.89 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.19 | 38.73 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.5% | 30.39% | 17.63% |
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 | 78 | 259 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 69.08% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 4.83% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 12.92% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 8.75% | 10.71% |
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 | 33.52 1 | 34.15 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.67 2 | 34.3 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.3% | 21.76% | 12.99% |
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 | 62 | 192 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 71.42% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 4.92% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 14.67% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 5.92% | 8.81% |
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 | 34.94 4 | 33.54 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.29 6 | 34.2 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.7% | 20.16% | 13.27% |
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 | 8 | 6.73% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.45% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 9.82% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2% | 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 | 30.79 | 31.61 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.7 | 34.08 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.3% | 18.58% | 12.59% |
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 | 7 | 27.15% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.15% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 16.62% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.46% | 4.25% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 25th Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 25th Mar 2024 - 5th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 19th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 31st Aug 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 24th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 6th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 18th Jul 2024 |
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