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Cardinal Newman Catholic School
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- Brighton and Hove BN3 6ND
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| 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: Pupils make good progress in most subjects, especially in English and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Good behaviour means teachers can teach well; relationships between pupils and teachers are warm and respectful.
Academic Progress: Pupils achieve extremely well due to skilled teaching.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exemplary behaviour enhances learning.
Qualifications and Training: Leaders provide targeted professional development linked to individual needs and school priorities.
Current Educational Practices: Effective practice is regularly shared in meetings.
Strengths and Challenges: Highly skilled teachers motivate students.
Strengths and Challenges: Newly qualified teachers are well-supported but some middle leaders need time to improve their areas.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents have regular opportunities to participate in school activities.
Communication: Quick feedback from pastoral leaders is effective when concerns arise.
Parent Satisfaction: Almost all parents feel their children are happy and safe at school.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents hold highly positive views.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors hold leaders to account rigorously; disadvantaged pupils' progress is now closely monitored.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have improved systems for monitoring education quality and strategic planning.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leadership is strong and continuously improving.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with quickly; safeguarding culture is strong.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school has rigorous systems to keep pupils safe; pastoral leaders are effective.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school has effective safeguarding arrangements.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of activities, including sports, arts, and cultural events.
Extracurricular Offerings: Impressive array of activities available.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive high-quality, impartial careers guidance and advice.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Support for students is effective; outcomes are improving.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive comprehensive careers advice.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The SEN team works effectively, and funding is used appropriately to meet pupils' needs.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective procedures support SEND pupils.
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About Us
Cardinal Newman Catholic School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in East Sussex, South East.
It has 2507 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 52% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.60% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Students who are accepted into Cardinal Newman Catholic School will be welcomed into a neighbourhood that takes pride in its consideration for each individual. The mission statement of our institution affirms the value of each individual's distinction. Our objective is to provide the right amount of encouragement, excitement, and challenge to promote personal development and achievement. We aim to raise every student in a warm, secure environment built on Christian principles that prepares them for the world they will meet as adults. Our guiding principles include good discipline, care, support, and intellectual challenge, and we are certain that your child will benefit from their time with us. We provide a wide-ranging, well-balanced curriculum that includes both conventional and innovative courses. For each student's benefit, we also provide a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as enrichment seminars, clubs, and societies, as well as day and overnight field trips. We have a long history of success and accomplishment, consistently ranking as the top school in the city for GCSE and A-level grades. Some of the greatest universities in the world, such as Oxford, Cambridge, and Russell Group institutions, are where our graduates go after graduation. You can find more details about our admissions requirements and how to apply for a spot at our school here. Call us at 01273 558551 to make an appointment if you'd like.
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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 |
B
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B
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.5 | - | 16.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 52% | 63% | 62% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 21.40% | 11.60% | - |
| 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 51.8 | 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 | 52% | 29.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 40.43% | 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 | 37% | 26.35% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 12.52% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 17.48% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.59 | 2.65 | 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 | 98% | 85% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 360 | 159 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 80.43% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 9% | 26.07% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 10.14% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 26% | 38.43% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.93% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 1.64% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.93% | 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 | 0.41 | 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 | 56.1 | 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 | 61% | 33.95% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 43.14% | 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 | 39% | 30.45% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 18.68% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 23.14% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.96 | 2.92 | 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 | 98% | 90.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 364 | 163 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 88.79% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 12.07% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 29% | 37.14% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.43% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1% | 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 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% | 31.71% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 1 | 45.38% | 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 | 53% | 32% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% 3 | 14.48% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% 1 | 19.67% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.71 | 2.91 | 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% | 90.77% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 348 | 167 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 86.08% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 22.85% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 13.08% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 31% | 32.15% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 18% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 2.46% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.08% | 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 | 0.31 | 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 | 53.9 | 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 | 52% 5 | 32.35% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% 4 | 44.6% | 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 | 54% | 24.2% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% 7 | 13.4% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% | 17.6% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.93 | 2.91 | 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 | 98% | 69.54% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 357 | 161 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 64.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 20.23% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 11.31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 20% | 30.23% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 0.31% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.92% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.62% | 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 | 0.31 | 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 | 52.6 | 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 | 57% | 31.05% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 42.16% | 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% | 24.05% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 41% | 16.95% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% | 18.16% | 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 | 98% | 65.15% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 346 | 168 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 62.85% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 18% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 14.38% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 29.85% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 0.46% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 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 | 36.59 | 27.6 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.01 | 25.59 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.40% | 15.03% | 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 | 262 | 520 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 33.4% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.4% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 30% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 16% | 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 | 41.69 | 34.11 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.87 | 33.64 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 31.0% | 24.66% | 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 | 269 | 560 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 48.6% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.2% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 21.2% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 14.8% | 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 | 36.88 1 | 33.34 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.99 4 | 29.3 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.6% | 19.58% | 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 | 201 | 393 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 38% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 7.33% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 30% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 13.5% | 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 | 35.78 3 | 30.86 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.36 | 28.52 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.4% | 17.45% | 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 | 26 | 22 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 53 | 87% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 1.86% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 23.43% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 9.29% | 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 | 32.9 | 29.83 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.83 | 28.58 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.8% | 16.15% | 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 | 7 | 13 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 39 | 74.14% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 3.43% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 29.43% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 9.57% | 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cardinal Newman Catholic School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
