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St Michael's Catholic Grammar School
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St Michael's Catholic Grammar School
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- Barnet N12 7NJ
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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St Michael's Catholic Grammar School is a Secondary, Girls, Roman Catholic school located in Greater London, London.
It has 849 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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1908 The Sisters of the Poor Child Jesus were invited from Simpleveld, The Netherlands and Southam, Warwickshire by Archbishop Bourne of Westminster.
They set out to establish a school.
Construction on the new school building has begun (Junior Building).
The school was relocated to Chudleigh, Devon, from September 1939 to Easter 1940.
1945: the end of World War II; 324 students are enrolled.
1951 saw the submission of the application to become a volunteer-aided grammar school.
The school was granted assisted status with the Ministry of Education's approval—but only if a suitable new structure was constructed.
1957 The Senior Building's plans were approved in January, and work started right away at an expected cost of $132,000. A loan was also obtained to fund the project.
1965 In order to temporarily accommodate the growing enrollment, the independent junior school was closed, and the grammar school was given access to the Lower School (Junior Building) classrooms.
1970 The Art Hut (to be clear, the Language Laboratory was the temporary structure) was built in the place of the former eating hut.
A temporary building called the Art Hut was also constructed.
Government financing for new permanent housing, primarily to replace the Lower School building, was repeatedly sought after.
The first lay head was appointed in 1980 by Miss Mary Daly.
In 1987, a deal was made under which the school would pay the Sisters for The Grange and the entire Lower School (Junior Building) over a 50-year period.
In order to bring the buildings up to code, a grant was sought and paid for by the parents.
1995 saw the appointment of Miss Ursula Morrissey as headmistress.
Cardinal Hume O.S.B. blessed and officially launched the new 6th Form Center and Technology Block in 2004. The Junior Building's newly renovated Maths Suite and new ICT suite, which has 33 workstations, were both dedicated by Stephen Twigg, MP.
The new Sports Hall was blessed by Bishop Stack on September 28th, 2008, before Mass was said in the Marquee.
HRH Duke of Gloucester unveiled a plaque for the Sports Hall on Friday, November 7.
2009 Boys who also met our entry requirements were accepted in September to our 6th Form.
2012 Miss Ursula Morrissey retired after 41 years of dedication and devotion to St. Michael's; Mr Julian Ward was appointed headmaster.
The Sisters removed the legal fee in 2015 and refunded the remaining debt for the Lower School and Grange.
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They set out to establish a school.
Construction on the new school building has begun (Junior Building).
The school was relocated to Chudleigh, Devon, from September 1939 to Easter 1940.
1945: the end of World War II; 324 students are enrolled.
1951 saw the submission of the application to become a volunteer-aided grammar school.
The school was granted assisted status with the Ministry of Education's approval—but only if a suitable new structure was constructed.
1957 The Senior Building's plans were approved in January, and work started right away at an expected cost of $132,000. A loan was also obtained to fund the project.
1965 In order to temporarily accommodate the growing enrollment, the independent junior school was closed, and the grammar school was given access to the Lower School (Junior Building) classrooms.
1970 The Art Hut (to be clear, the Language Laboratory was the temporary structure) was built in the place of the former eating hut.
A temporary building called the Art Hut was also constructed.
Government financing for new permanent housing, primarily to replace the Lower School building, was repeatedly sought after.
The first lay head was appointed in 1980 by Miss Mary Daly.
In 1987, a deal was made under which the school would pay the Sisters for The Grange and the entire Lower School (Junior Building) over a 50-year period.
In order to bring the buildings up to code, a grant was sought and paid for by the parents.
1995 saw the appointment of Miss Ursula Morrissey as headmistress.
Cardinal Hume O.S.B. blessed and officially launched the new 6th Form Center and Technology Block in 2004. The Junior Building's newly renovated Maths Suite and new ICT suite, which has 33 workstations, were both dedicated by Stephen Twigg, MP.
The new Sports Hall was blessed by Bishop Stack on September 28th, 2008, before Mass was said in the Marquee.
HRH Duke of Gloucester unveiled a plaque for the Sports Hall on Friday, November 7.
2009 Boys who also met our entry requirements were accepted in September to our 6th Form.
2012 Miss Ursula Morrissey retired after 41 years of dedication and devotion to St. Michael's; Mr Julian Ward was appointed headmaster.
The Sisters removed the legal fee in 2015 and refunded the remaining debt for the Lower School and Grange.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
A 0
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A-
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B+
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Girls | Boys | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.8 | 16.8 | 13.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
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 | 0.78 | 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 | 81 | 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 | 100% | 47.52% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 57.69% | 45.2% |
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 | 78% | 38.63% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 76% | 23.23% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 78% | 27.6% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.65 | 3.67 | 2.96 |
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% | 92% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 96 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 90.87% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 15.63% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 59.83% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 6.7% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 8.67% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.23% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.9% | 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 | 0.92 | 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 | 77.6 | 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 | 99% | 42.6% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 1 | 54.36% | 43.33% |
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 | 90% | 35.96% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 89% 1 | 22.87% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 90% 1 | 27.83% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.51 | 3.6 | 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 | 100% | 95.78% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 95 | 149 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 93.61% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 2% | 17% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 92% | 60.35% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 6.65% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.48% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.17% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.04% | 2.77% |
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 | 80 | 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 | 99% 1 | 43.91% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 55.69% | 42.55% |
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 | 92% | 39.02% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 90% 2 | 23.87% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 91% 1 | 29.2% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.82 | 3.68 | 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 | 100% | 91.23% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 96 | 156 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 81.09% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.14% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 95% | 61% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 4.95% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.45% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.14% | 2.07% |
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 | 0.84 | 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 | 77.8 | 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 | 100% | 38.88% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 50.66% | 43.01% |
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 | 95% | 33.93% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 92% | 24.34% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 92% | 25.68% | 16.18% |
| 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 | 97% | 95.81% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 96 | 160 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 23% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 14.95% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 91% | 66.76% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 4.67% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.24% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.43% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.33% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
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 | 45.94 | 34.71 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.51 | 34.97 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 46.7% | 21.91% | 17.63% |
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 | 104 | 184 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 85% | 67.42% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 1.5% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 8.83% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 10.33% | 10.71% |
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 | 43.55 | 32.01 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.79 1 | 31.8 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 45.7% | 16.83% | 12.99% |
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 | 143 | 175 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 90% | 65.81% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2.71% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 11.57% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 1% | 7.1% | 8.81% |
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 | 43.28 | 33.57 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.56 2 | 32.74 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 43.0% | 17.77% | 13.27% |
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 | 15 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 12.11% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.84% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 6.58% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.58% | 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 | 43.52 | 30.41 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.73 | 29.88 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 46.7% | 17.32% | 12.59% |
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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 9 | 16.84% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 1% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 11.47% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.05% | 4.25% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 22nd Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 25th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 21st Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 24th Jul 2024 |
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