St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls
St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls is a voluntary aided school in Sutton for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has a Roman Catholic religious character. It has 1,425 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls is Good, from an inspection in May 2022. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 54.4, and 58% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: May 2022. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Secondary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Shorts Road Carshalton Surrey SM5 3PS |
| Phone | 02086422025 |
| Reference Number | 103013 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1425 |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 16.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 37.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | 234 | 234 |
| 8 | Unknown | 239 | 239 |
| 9 | Unknown | 267 | 267 |
| 10 | Unknown | 238 | 238 |
| 11 | Unknown | 230 | 230 |
| 12 | Unknown | 128 | 128 |
| 13 | Unknown | 89 | 89 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 24.9% |
| African | 20.3% |
| White, Other | 12.8% |
| Asian, Other | 9.7% |
| Indian | 6.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 5.1% |
| White & Asian | 3% |
| Chinese | 2.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.7% |
| Caribbean | 2.2% |
| Unclassified | 1.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.5% |
| Irish | 1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% |
St Philomena’s Catholic High School for Girls is performing well, achieving overall effectiveness rated as good, with the sixth-form provision outstanding. This is the school’s first inspection in 14 years due to an exemption from routine inspections since November 2020. The school cultivates a caring learning community and has established high expectations for both student conduct and achievement, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are well-supported. Students in the sixth form demonstrate exceptional learning outcomes and positive behaviours, serving as role models to younger pupils.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 24 Feb 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 24 Feb 2022 | School inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 04 Jun 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 12 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Feb 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong subject knowledge among teachers.
- High expectations for student conduct and achievement.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND.
- A well-sequenced and ambitious curriculum.
- Broad range of enrichment activities for students.
- Caring and supportive school environment.
- Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviour.
Areas for Improvement
- Some checks on pupils' learning do not consistently assess understanding of key academic vocabulary.
- Curricular planning in a few subjects lacks clarity on key knowledge required for long-term goals.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 54.4 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 57.6% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 75.5% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 38.15 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 39.55 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B- | B | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B | B | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 19.7% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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| Second Preference | 142 | 26 |
| Third Preference | 135 | 13 |
| From another Local Authority | 376 | 111 |
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0.12 miles |
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St Mary's RC Infants School
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Victor Seymour Infants' School
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0.43 miles |
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0.47 miles |
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Rushy Meadow Primary Academy
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0.67 miles |
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Stanley Park Junior School
Stanley Park Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 3JL |
0.71 miles |
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Stanley Park Infants School
Stanley Park Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 3JL |
0.71 miles |
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Collingwood School
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Wood Field Primary School
Stanley Park Road, Carshalton, Carshalton, SM5 3HW |
0.78 miles |
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Manor Park Primary Academy
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0.8 miles |
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Barrow Hedges Primary School
Harbury Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 4LA |
0.86 miles |
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Muschamp Primary School and Language Opportunity Base
Muschamp Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2SE |
0.88 miles |
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Holy Trinity CofE Junior School
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1.02 miles |
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Devonshire Primary School
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1.1 miles |
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All Saints Benhilton CofE Primary School
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1.11 miles |
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Beddington Infants' School
Croydon Road, Wallington, Surrey, SM6 7LF |
1.12 miles |
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Hackbridge Primary School
Hackbridge Road, Wallington, Surrey, SM6 7AX |
1.12 miles |
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Robin Hood Junior School
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| Name | Distance |
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Carshalton High School for Girls
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0.37 miles |
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Sutton Grammar School
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0.86 miles |
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Wallington County Grammar School
Croydon Road, Wallington, Surrey, SM6 7PH |
0.95 miles |
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Carshalton Boys Sports College
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0.95 miles |
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Greenshaw High School
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1.02 miles |
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Grove Road School
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1.07 miles |
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Sutton High School GDST
|
1.22 miles |
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Greenholm School
95 Brighton Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM2 5SJ |
1.24 miles |
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Oaks Park High School
Damson Way, Carshalton, SM5 4NS |
1.26 miles |
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Wandle Valley Academy
Welbeck Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 1LW |
1.34 miles |
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Overton Grange School
36 Stanley Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM2 6TQ |
1.41 miles |
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Wallington High School for Girls
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1.44 miles |
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Sherwood Foundation School
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1.49 miles |
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Harris Academy Sutton
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1.56 miles |
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The Link School
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1.78 miles |
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Glenthorne High School
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1.78 miles |
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Wilson's School
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1.84 miles |
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Harris Academy Morden
Lilleshall Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 6DU |
1.94 miles |
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Carew Academy
33 Headley Avenue, Wallington, SM6 8NQ |
1.99 miles |
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The John Fisher School
Peaks Hill, Purley, Surrey, CR8 3YP |
2.02 miles |
What is St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls is Good, from an inspection in May 2022.
When was St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls last inspected by Ofsted?
St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls was last inspected in May 2022.
How many pupils does St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls have?
St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls has 1,425 pupils on roll.
What age range does St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls cover?
St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 54.4, and 58% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls?
St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls is at Shorts Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 3PS.