St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)

St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College
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The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Outstanding
Leadership and management Good
Education programmes for young people Good
Provision for learners with high needs Outstanding
Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good
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Career Advice and Guidance: Comprehensive career guidance and university application support throughout students’ time at college.
Policies and Procedures: Effective safeguarding arrangements are in place; students feel safe.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Wide range of enrichment activities include football, netball, and theatre trips.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Students contribute positively to the community via chaplaincy and house system.
Academic Performance: Large majority achieve qualifications needed for positive destinations; some need higher grades in GCSE mathematics and a few A-level subjects.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Effective staff development tackles low achievement; smooth transition for high needs students.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High attendance and well-behaved students contribute to a calm environment.
Mix of A,Levels and Vocational Courses: A mix of A-level and vocational programmes is available.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers appreciate well-being time and protected training time.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: High expectations and useful feedback help students improve; modern languages exceed target grades.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Rigorously monitored; effective peer and formative assessment.
Strengths/Challenges: Strong subject knowledge and effective teaching methods; initial assessment needed in GCSE mathematics.
STEM Facilities: Building new media production studio for T level in media and production.
School Culture and Ethos: Strong Catholic ethos; nurturing and inclusive for high needs students.
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St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed, Roman Catholic college located in Greater London, London.

from age 16-19 yr.

87.90% of students completing their main study programme.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

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Are you trying to find a prestigious sixth form college nearby?
Which extended diploma program—BTEC, UAL, A levels, or T levels—do you intend to enrol in?
South London's Balham neighbourhood is home to St. Francis Xavier Sixth Form College.
We have a great selection of courses and a proven track record of accomplishment.
Students also have a choice of 1 Level 3 Extended Diplomas, which include programmes from the University of the Arts London and BTEC, and starting in September 2022, we will be providing a T Level in Management & Administration.
Young Enterprise - St. Francis Xavier students have a history of consistently making it to the Central London finals in the national Young Enterprise competition, where they set up and run their own business for a year.
In comparison to many other sixth form institutions, a higher percentage of our students continue their education at a university.
394 of our 2018 graduating students attended universities and other higher education facilities all around the nation to pursue a wide range of programmes, with 123 of them getting admission to one of the top 50 universities in the UK.
We are dedicated to promoting student wellbeing at the college and take the physical and emotional health of our students seriously.
As a Catholic institution, we encourage and advance ideals like generosity, inclusivity, and respect for all people, and we take pride in having a thriving and welcoming community.
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A level exam result

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A level Result School LA England
Average points 26.05 35.85 29.99
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 25.1 35.94 29.55
Average Grade (Best 3) C- - -
AAB or higher 1.30% 20.34% 13.64%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 479 167 201
Students staying in education 56% 69.18% 58.59%
Students entering apprenticeships 1% 1.73% 6.08%
Students entering employment 17% 13.36% 21.14%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 14% 9% 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 28.81 38.18 33.4
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 26.91 38.24 32.48
Average Grade (Best 3) C- - -
AAB or higher 1.6% 21.54% 17.69%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 495 172 248
Students staying in education 68% 72.64% 60.66%
Students entering apprenticeships 2% 1.36% 5%
Students entering employment 9% 9.91% 17.72%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 15% 10% 10.7%

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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 28.56 3 32.47 29.38
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 25.84 3 32.88 28.64
Average Grade (Best 3) C- - -
AAB or higher 2.7% 17.49% 13.04%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 667 178 231
Students staying in education 65% 68.4% 57.28%
Students entering apprenticeships 3% 3.1% 7.78%
Students entering employment 15% 11.5% 20.99%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 10% 10.1% 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 25.69 2 32.44 29.02
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 22.97 3 33.28 28.82
Average Grade (Best 3) D+ - -
AAB or higher 1.9% 17.98% 13.34%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 45 6 3
Students staying in education 59 21.5% 31.48%
Students entering apprenticeships 3% 1.7% 5.54%
Students entering employment 11% 10.6% 15.8%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 7% 6.3% 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 23.27 32.07 26.73
Average grade D+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 25.24 34.79 27.74
Average Grade (Best 3) C- - -
AAB or higher 0.9% 18.77% 12.63%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 15 2 3
Students staying in education 64 20.2% 36.22%
Students entering apprenticeships 3% 1.5% 6.37%
Students entering employment 11% 12.4% 20.04%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 5% 6.1% 4.23%
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