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St Christopher School
- All-through
- North Hertfordshire SG6 3JZ
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve above national levels in GCSE and A-level results, well-prepared for next education stages.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit respect, social development, and a sense of belonging in a harmonious community.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: School identifies learning difficulties effectively and supports pupils with SEND well.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching enables good progress; however, enhancements needed for challenging able and less able pupils.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Good bullying prevention, but need improvement in recruitment checks and safeguarding governor oversight.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils display excellent moral understanding and responsibility for their behavior.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of activities including regional competitions in robotics and sporting events.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Boarders manage academics with music and creative hobbies during boarding time.
Outdoor Facilities: Suitable outdoor space available for physical education and play.
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St Christopher School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 547 students from age 2-18 yr.
Tuition fee £1,120 to £7,237 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 61% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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St Chris is an outstanding, forward-thinking independent school grounded in a rich, progressive heritage nestled in the heart of Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire for girls and boys aged 3 to 18. We offer day places from age 3+ and full, weekly, occasional and day boarding from the age of 11+.
From our foundation in 1915 we’ve championed education based on humanity, understanding, kindness, and collaboration. These pillars remain central to our ethos today.
At the heart is each student’s unique journey, and we believe in giving children time to progress at their own pace, resulting in exceptional academic achievements driven by support, not pressure. Our approach fosters integrity, self-awareness, and resilience, building character traits that go well beyond the classroom, fostering confidence and a lifelong passion for learning and discovery. Our educational approach aligns more with modern global leaders and innovators than with outdated examination systems.
We pride ourselves on being a socially responsible school where students are free to be themselves. There are no uniforms; instead, students wear their own clothes, and we address each other by first names to promote openness and trust. These small practices reflect our commitment to removing barriers and fostering a community built on trust, mutual respect and authenticity.
Together, we create a high-achieving, happy community that prepares students for the future with confidence, compassion, and a zest for life.
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From our foundation in 1915 we’ve championed education based on humanity, understanding, kindness, and collaboration. These pillars remain central to our ethos today.
At the heart is each student’s unique journey, and we believe in giving children time to progress at their own pace, resulting in exceptional academic achievements driven by support, not pressure. Our approach fosters integrity, self-awareness, and resilience, building character traits that go well beyond the classroom, fostering confidence and a lifelong passion for learning and discovery. Our educational approach aligns more with modern global leaders and innovators than with outdated examination systems.
We pride ourselves on being a socially responsible school where students are free to be themselves. There are no uniforms; instead, students wear their own clothes, and we address each other by first names to promote openness and trust. These small practices reflect our commitment to removing barriers and fostering a community built on trust, mutual respect and authenticity.
Together, we create a high-achieving, happy community that prepares students for the future with confidence, compassion, and a zest for life.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - |
| Age range | 2-18 | 4-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Girls |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 61% | 92% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 16.70% | 38.00% |
| Day Fees | £1,120 to £7,237 | £2,446 to £5,106 |
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 | 56.4 | 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% | 37.35% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% | 50.5% | 42.99% |
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 | 38% | 30.28% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% | 15.56% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% | 21.37% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.92 | 3.37 | 2.82 |
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 | - | 93.36% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 89.49% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 32.25% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | - | 47.62% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.65% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.96% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.52% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.37% | 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 | 59.4 | 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% | 39.23% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 91% | 51.68% | 45.26% |
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 | 32% | 30.36% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 17.89% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 22.57% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.03 | 3.51 | 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 | - | 90.81% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 135 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 88.37% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 32.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 48.52% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.68% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.41% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.07% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.41% | 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 | - | 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 | 50.7 | 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 | 45% 2 | 33.34% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% 8 | 47.05% | 43.34% |
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% | 29.27% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 5 | 15.54% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% 2 | 21.09% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.41 | 3.25 | 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 | - | 89.37% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 85% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 30.93% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | - | 47.29% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.2% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.52% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.32% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.11% | 2.76% |
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 | 54.1 | 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 | 47% | 34.96% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% 7 | 47.77% | 42.58% |
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 | 35% | 29.08% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% 5 | 16.17% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% 4 | 21.85% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.78 | 3.3 | 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 | - | 84.29% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 74.49% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.6% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 47.98% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.5% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.68% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.7% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.5% | 2.06% |
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 | 54.4 | 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% | 35.25% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 49.19% | 43.04% |
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 | 47% | 30.85% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 20.2% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% | 21.91% | 16.23% |
| 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 | - | 87.55% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 43.81% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.71% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 48.14% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.37% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.63% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.21% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.74% | 2.46% |
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 | 33.83 | 32.74 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.67 | 31.59 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.70% | 15.43% | 13.64% |
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 | - | 150 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 63.36% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.46% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21.3% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.42% | 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 | 42.91 | 36.9 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42 | 35.3 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.0% | 20.26% | 17.69% |
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 | - | 180 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 64.63% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.55% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 18.52% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.21% | 10.7% |
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 | 35.19 3 | 32.57 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.20 2 | 32.16 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.0% | 16.46% | 13.04% |
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 | - | 182 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | - | 60.54% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.7% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | - | 22.9% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.93% | 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 | 32.99 4 | 31.83 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.78 3 | 31.93 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.0% | 16.88% | 13.34% |
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 | - | 22.77% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.32% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.42% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.94% | 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 | 36.37 | 30.74 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.23 | 31.86 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.2% | 16.88% | 12.63% |
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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 31.6% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.49% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 20.42% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.54% | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
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