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Academic Progress: Pupils make excellent progress, as evidenced by comprehensive tracking data.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have extremely positive attitudes to learning and show inclusivity.
Opportunities for Involvement: A highly tolerant and inclusive community is promoted by governance.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Effective handling of parental complaints fosters positive interactions.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Promotes good behaviour, but requires improvement in safeguarding.
Extracurricular Offerings: Strong participation in extracurricular success like Science Olympiads.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well-supported for future studies with diverse academic pathways.
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CATS Canterbury is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 318 students from age 13-22 yr.
Tuition fee £5,665 to £9,995 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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Our Purpose Our goal is to help all of our students reach their full potential while promoting independence and maturity in order to get them ready to be global citizens in the future.
There are few places that can compare to Cambridge as a place to live and study.
The advantages of studying in the centre of British academia are yours if you attend CATS Cambridge.
It is also a truly enjoyable and thrilling place to be.
Cambridge offers an outstanding selection of cultural, sporting, and recreational activities, as well as all the conveniences you would expect to find in a contemporary city in the twenty-first century.
At CATS Cambridge, we specialise in assisting international students in moving forward from wherever they are in their academic careers before to enrolling with us to a position from which they may achieve and thrive in whatever they want to do next.
You'll probably decide to enrol in an undergraduate programme, and we take great satisfaction in our knowledge of how to help people like you get into the university programmes for which they are most personally qualified.
You will gain from having access to educators who are knowledgeable in both the art and science of teaching as well as their respective fields.
Modern classrooms with some of the best learning facilities in the UK are available to you and your teachers.
You have the chance to study in a truly international environment by enrolling in CATS Cambridge; at any given time, we have students enrolled from more than 50 nations.
Additionally, you will benefit from and feel secure from top-notch welfare assistance that aims to maximise your academic success and personal growth.
In August 2016, Dominic began serving as the Vice Principal at CATS Cambridge.
He has vast teaching experience and has taught A Level Economics, Business, Physics, and Mathematics.
Dominic has a Bachelor's in Natural Sciences and Masters degrees in Economics and Education, which highlight his broad educational background.
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There are few places that can compare to Cambridge as a place to live and study.
The advantages of studying in the centre of British academia are yours if you attend CATS Cambridge.
It is also a truly enjoyable and thrilling place to be.
Cambridge offers an outstanding selection of cultural, sporting, and recreational activities, as well as all the conveniences you would expect to find in a contemporary city in the twenty-first century.
At CATS Cambridge, we specialise in assisting international students in moving forward from wherever they are in their academic careers before to enrolling with us to a position from which they may achieve and thrive in whatever they want to do next.
You'll probably decide to enrol in an undergraduate programme, and we take great satisfaction in our knowledge of how to help people like you get into the university programmes for which they are most personally qualified.
You will gain from having access to educators who are knowledgeable in both the art and science of teaching as well as their respective fields.
Modern classrooms with some of the best learning facilities in the UK are available to you and your teachers.
You have the chance to study in a truly international environment by enrolling in CATS Cambridge; at any given time, we have students enrolled from more than 50 nations.
Additionally, you will benefit from and feel secure from top-notch welfare assistance that aims to maximise your academic success and personal growth.
In August 2016, Dominic began serving as the Vice Principal at CATS Cambridge.
He has vast teaching experience and has taught A Level Economics, Business, Physics, and Mathematics.
Dominic has a Bachelor's in Natural Sciences and Masters degrees in Economics and Education, which highlight his broad educational background.
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| Ofset report | - | - | - |
| Age range | 13-22 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 7% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.00% | 15.40% | - |
| Day Fees | £5,665 to £9,995 | £6,353 | £5,488 to £6,105 |
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 | - | 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 | 2.5 | 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 | 0% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 39.45% | 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 | 0% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.06 | 2.56 | 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 | - | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.38% | 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 | - | 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 | 1.6 | 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 | 0% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.56% | 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 | 0% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.09 | 2.78 | 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 | - | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.76% | 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 | - | 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 | 2.8 | 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 | 0% | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 42.83% | 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 | 0% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.23 | 2.86 | 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 | - | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.64% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 41.45% | 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 | - | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 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 | - | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.64% | 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 | - | 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 | 4.5 | 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 | 0% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.73% | 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 | 0% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.05% | 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 | - | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.98% | 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 | 40 | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.5 | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.00% | 9.02% | 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 | - | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.04% | 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 | 43.68 | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.68 | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 26.3% | 12.32% | 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 | - | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 11.73% | 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 | 35.90 7 | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.96 7 | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.0% | 9.72% | 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 | - | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 8.98% | 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 | 42.37 4 | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.58 2 | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 45.5% | 10.62% | 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 | - | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.4% | 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 | 38.28 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.98 | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.6% | 9.87% | 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 | - | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.42% | 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 | 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 |
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