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The Grey Coat Hospital
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- Westminster SW1P 2DY
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Leaders have high aspirations; pupils excel in Years 10 and 11
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is composed and mature; no bullying tolerated
Qualifications and Training: Subject leaders and teachers are subject experts
Current Educational Practices: Leaders provide relevant professional development
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give their opinion on Parent View
Communication: Concerns managed through regular contact with parents
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Conflicts managed through established procedures
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders provide staff with professional development
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not tolerated; all safety concerns reported
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff are aware of local and travel-related risks
Extracurricular Offerings: Over 50 clubs run each year; includes football, choirs, charity fundraising
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: All pupils participate in enrichment activities
Career Counselling Services: Students receive impartial careers and university advice
Preparation for Sixth Form: Curriculum enables transition into sixth form; subjects are broad and balanced
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND access the same curriculum as peers
Subjects Offered: The school’s curriculum offer is broad and balanced
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About Us
The Grey Coat Hospital is a Secondary, Girls, Church of England school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1131 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 77% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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This is The Grey Coat Hospital, welcome.
As co-headteachers of this excellent school, it is our great pleasure to introduce you to life in our neighbourhood.
The Grey Coat Hospital, a Church of England school for females in grades eleven through eighteen that is mixed in the sixth form, was established in 1698.
We are a school with strong beliefs, dedicated to making sure that every student is recognised for who they are as individuals, grows in knowledge, abilities, and character traits to lead a successful and satisfying life, and is empowered to do so.
The Grey Coat Hospital seeks to empower students to take care of their education, make moral decisions, live independently in the world, and confront the problems of the twenty-first century.
A special institution is The Grey Coat Hospital.
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As co-headteachers of this excellent school, it is our great pleasure to introduce you to life in our neighbourhood.
The Grey Coat Hospital, a Church of England school for females in grades eleven through eighteen that is mixed in the sixth form, was established in 1698.
We are a school with strong beliefs, dedicated to making sure that every student is recognised for who they are as individuals, grows in knowledge, abilities, and character traits to lead a successful and satisfying life, and is empowered to do so.
The Grey Coat Hospital seeks to empower students to take care of their education, make moral decisions, live independently in the world, and confront the problems of the twenty-first century.
A special institution is The Grey Coat Hospital.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.8 | - | 14.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 77% | 98% | 49% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 25.50% | 35.00% | 12.70% |
| 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 | 0.78 | 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 | 65.3 | 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 | 77% | 34.31% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% | 42.45% | 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 | 80% | 27.79% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 59% | 13.17% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 68% | 17.76% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.19 | 2.72 | 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% | 89.07% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 164 | 123 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 87.93% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 5% | 19.14% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 82% | 56.64% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 4.86% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 7.43% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.29% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.79% | 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 | 1 | 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 | 70 | 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 | 82% | 37.03% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 96% | 45.59% | 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 | 85% | 27.52% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 67% | 15.93% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 78% | 20.34% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.6 | 2.8 | 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 | 99% | 94% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 157 | 119 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 93.29% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 7% | 23.07% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 84% | 54.57% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 5.86% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 9.57% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.5% | 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 | 0.76 | 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 | 64 | 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 | 73% 1 | 28.63% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 91% 5 | 38.81% | 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 | 88% | 24.44% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 58% 1 | 12.44% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 75% 7 | 17.81% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.02 | 2.52 | 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 | 99% | 85.91% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 149 | 122 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 84.09% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 9% | 18.09% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 76% | 53.82% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 5.36% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.82% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.91% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1% | 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 | 0.74 | 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 | 63.7 | 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 | 72% | 27.76% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% 4 | 37.92% | 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 | 77% | 21.28% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 57% 4 | 11.36% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 68% | 15.56% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.99 | 2.49 | 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 | 96% | 76.55% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 150 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 66.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 7% | 13.73% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 73% | 54.36% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 2.27% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.73% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.18% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.45% | 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 | 0.79 | 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 | 64.3 | 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 | 72% | 29.17% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% | 37.83% | 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 | 81% | 20.7% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 61% | 13.7% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 68% | 15.13% | 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 | 99% | 76.82% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 150 | 116 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 15.64% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 10.27% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 75% | 55.36% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 4.36% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.09% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.64% | 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 | 40.18 | 31.14 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.93 | 30.71 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.50% | 18.12% | 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 | 124 | 196 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 72.07% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 10.71% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.86% | 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 | 43.84 | 34.37 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.55 | 33.23 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 30.4% | 22.96% | 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 | 114 | 259 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 82% | 72.92% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.85% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 5.54% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 11% | 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 | 38.55 | 31.38 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.90 3 | 30.34 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.2% | 17.92% | 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 | 121 | 205 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 73.18% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2.36% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 9.64% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 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 | 38.28 2 | 31.07 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.51 2 | 29.08 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 26.1% | 16.11% | 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 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 10.45% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.09% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 3.36% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.36% | 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 | 36.64 | 28.04 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.44 | 29.67 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.2% | 17.89% | 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 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 12 | 22% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.22% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 10.56% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.78% | 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Grey Coat Hospital
Local authority ratio 15 : 1