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St Mary's School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Horam TN21 0BT
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of practice and services | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make strong progress from their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour and attitudes are generally good.
Current Educational Practices: Staff would benefit from sharing good practice within the MAT.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers engage pupils well though some need further support.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents and carers recommend the school.
Communication: Leaders collate information from parents before pupils are admitted.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are happy and satisfied with the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors hold leaders to account and set clear targets.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The school has improved teaching planning and attendance tracking.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding is very strong and staff report concerns appropriately.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: There is a strong safeguarding culture within the school.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils enjoy activities like swimming and football tournaments.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils are keen to learn and engage well in lessons.
Career Counselling Services: Events introduce pupils to college courses and apprenticeship opportunities.
Preparation for Sixth Form: The school works with colleges for successful transitions.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The school meets the highly complex needs of its pupils well.
Subjects Offered: Pupils follow accredited courses and personalized programs.
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St Mary's School is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Boys school located in East Sussex, South East.
It has 88 students from age 9-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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As the Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) for East Sussex, College Central provides full-time educational opportunities for students who are at danger of permanent exclusion or who have already been permanently excluded. Our strategy is to re-engage students in their studies.
We create a learning atmosphere and a love of learning through a solid curriculum, qualified staff, and excellent interactions between staff and students.
We are dedicated to students making significant progress and attaining favourable results through our several campuses and varied courses.
Our exam results routinely above national averages for similar provision as a result.
Despite the fact that many of our students display problematic behaviours (thus their referral to us), College Central is a supportive environment where students may learn, take pleasure in their studies, and collaborate.
Students are engaged in lessons, work hard, and take pride in their work, and College Central continuously aspires to this.
Beyond the moral motivation and guiding principles, College Central is physically organised to serve the needs of 28 different schools located over the whole of East Sussex.
College Central is a complex amalgamation of various places as a result.
Our primary campus in Eastbourne's Hampden Park serves 16 KS3 students and 20 KS4 students.
This location shares space with New Horizons, our sister SEMH school in St. Leonards-on-Sea.
Historically, the location has served as both a special school and a residential area.
The Harbour, which is housed at the College Central Tile Barn site, provides accommodations for 8 nervous KS3 and KS4 students.
These don't belong to the larger College Central groupings.
180 Degrees is a four-day programme that students can attend for a limited period of time and is intended to increase involvement through OAA events and extracurricular activities.
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We create a learning atmosphere and a love of learning through a solid curriculum, qualified staff, and excellent interactions between staff and students.
We are dedicated to students making significant progress and attaining favourable results through our several campuses and varied courses.
Our exam results routinely above national averages for similar provision as a result.
Despite the fact that many of our students display problematic behaviours (thus their referral to us), College Central is a supportive environment where students may learn, take pleasure in their studies, and collaborate.
Students are engaged in lessons, work hard, and take pride in their work, and College Central continuously aspires to this.
Beyond the moral motivation and guiding principles, College Central is physically organised to serve the needs of 28 different schools located over the whole of East Sussex.
College Central is a complex amalgamation of various places as a result.
Our primary campus in Eastbourne's Hampden Park serves 16 KS3 students and 20 KS4 students.
This location shares space with New Horizons, our sister SEMH school in St. Leonards-on-Sea.
Historically, the location has served as both a special school and a residential area.
The Harbour, which is housed at the College Central Tile Barn site, provides accommodations for 8 nervous KS3 and KS4 students.
These don't belong to the larger College Central groupings.
180 Degrees is a four-day programme that students can attend for a limited period of time and is intended to increase involvement through OAA events and extracurricular activities.
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 97 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 53.25% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.59% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -13.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -9.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -12.4 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 59.55% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 8.37% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 95 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 60.7% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.47% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 81 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 83 | 95 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 54.93% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.77% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | -1.40 | 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 | 10.7 | 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 | 0% | 22.91% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 8% | 35.56% | 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% | 17.2% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.93% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.2% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.73 | 2.45 | 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 | 79% | 90.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 71% | 85% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 64% | 36.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 10.69% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 22% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 7% | 15.86% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.19% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.72% | 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 | -1.35 | 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 | 12.1 | 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 | 0% | 27.02% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 38.69% | 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% | 18.53% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.08% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.91 | 2.74 | 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 | 65% | 79.21% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 20 | 134 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 60% | 76.03% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 60% | 39.26% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 11.18% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 19.24% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.41% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.38% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 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 | -2.09 | 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 | 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% | 24.98% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 7% 1 | 38.08% | 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% | 20.25% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.96% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.94% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.35 | 2.66 | 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 | 50% | 86.83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 16 | 129 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 50% | 82.23% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 38.23% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 11.87% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 16.57% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 6% | 15.47% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.23% | 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 | -0.96 | 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 | 17.1 | 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 | 0% | 26.67% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 6% | 38.61% | 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 | 0% | 17.89% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.57% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.04 | 2.72 | 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 | 71% | 74.79% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 137 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 64% | 68.28% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 37.86% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 11.97% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 13.31% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.62% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.45% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.83% | 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 | -1.63 | 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 | 10.8 | 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% | 25.02% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 6% | 37.36% | 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% | 18.05% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.52% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.09% | 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 | 67% | 79.79% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 12 | 143 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 59.38% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.86% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 11.9% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 14.41% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.93% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.69% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2% | 2.45% |
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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 - 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Mary's School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1