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St Michael's School
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- Burghclere RG20 9JW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve consistently well by the end of Year 6
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well and are impeccably polite
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Additional support for SEND pupils has improved but varies in quality
Teacher Engagement: Staff are proud to work in the school and committed to doing their best for students
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Effective phonics teaching supports early reading skills well
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Some staff lack the subject knowledge needed to effectively support SEND pupils
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Staff work closely with parents who are pleased with the school's progress
Communication with Parents: Parents are very pleased with school communication
Parent Satisfaction: All parents who completed the survey expressed confidence in the school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders ensure an open and positive culture around safeguarding
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Strong team of staff developed, reading culture strengthened
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils follow school rules ensuring a safe environment
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: High attendance rates reflect positive attitudes towards school
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of activities including rugby and Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Curriculum enriched with trips and visitors
Outdoor Facilities: Extensive and attractive grounds for healthy exercise
Career Counselling Services: Older pupils benefit from suitable careers guidance
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Well prepared for the next stage of their education
Support for SEND: Support for SEND pupils more routine though variable in quality
Subjects Offered: Broad and balanced curriculum with new GCSE courses in geography, statistics, and Latin
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St Michael's School is a All-through, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 74 students from age 5-18 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | Good | - |
| Age range | 5-18 | 2-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | £548 to £4,800 |
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 | - | 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 | - | 28.31% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 40.85% | 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 | - | 20.05% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.8% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.47% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.71 | 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 | - | 92.33% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 156 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 84.82% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 41.2% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 5.13% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 29.34% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.16% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.95% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.49% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 32.13% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.03% | 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 | - | 22.15% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 12.32% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 15.92% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.96 | 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 | - | 91.61% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 87.1% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 43.41% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 5.18% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 29.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.78% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.43% | 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 | - | 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 | 28.1 | 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% | 30.11% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44.14% | 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% | 24.28% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.46% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.73 | 2.96 | 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 | - | 90.08% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 147 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.14% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.35% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.49% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 28.77% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.65% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.97% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.83% | 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 | - | 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 | 21.5 | 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% | 29.79% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 43.46% | 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% | 23.13% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.83% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.64% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.38 | 2.94 | 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 | - | 82.81% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 72.03% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.52% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.17% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 33.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.13% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.32% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.47% | 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 | - | 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 | 30.4 | 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 | 0% | 30.94% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 45.31% | 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% | 26.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 15.51% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.06% | 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 | - | 87.27% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 155 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 71.71% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 39.32% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.73% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 33.13% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.13% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.64% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.38% | 2.45% |
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.
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.
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 | 32.37 3 | 27.77 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 25.19 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 13.45% | 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 | - | 838 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 44.24% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.12% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 33.53% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.41% | 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 | 29.54 1 | 27.42 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.00 | 26.19 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 12.79% | 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 | - | 21 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 185.13% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 30.67% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.13% | 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 | 30.37 | 27.72 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 26.27 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 13.26% | 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 | - | 17 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 192.29% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 34.14% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.5% | 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 | 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 |
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