Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School
| Type | Secondary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Fawley Road Southcote Reading Berkshire RG30 3EP |
| Phone | 01189574730 |
| Reference Number | 110107 |
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School continues to demonstrate good performance, with strong relationships between pupils and staff, contributing to an inclusive and vibrant community. Pupils are well-supported academically and socially, benefiting from an ambitious curriculum that effectively meets their needs, including for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Parents appreciate the caring environment, and pupils thrive both in academic achievements and personal development, participating in a range of extracurricular activities. This inspection marks the first since the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing for a comprehensive evaluation of the school's ongoing commitment to educational excellence.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1045 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.05%
Girls: 49.95% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 19% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 39% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 88 | 96 | 184 |
| 8 | 93 | 91 | 184 |
| 9 | 91 | 92 | 183 |
| 10 | 98 | 82 | 180 |
| 11 | 102 | 84 | 186 |
| 12 | 34 | 52 | 86 |
| 13 | 17 | 25 | 42 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 23.9% |
| White, Other | 20.3% |
| African | 18.9% |
| Indian | 8.2% |
| Asian, Other | 6.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.4% |
| White & Asian | 1.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% |
| Caribbean | 1.2% |
| Chinese | 0.9% |
| Unclassified | 0.7% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 13 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 Sep 2023 | School inspection |
| 26 Sep 2017 | Short inspection |
| 21 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Sep 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Sep 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Oct 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships and an inclusive community.
- Ambitious curriculum that builds progressively.
- Excellent academic and pastoral support for SEND pupils.
- High-quality personal development opportunities.
- Effective safeguarding arrangements.
- Strong governance and high staff retention.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum adaptation for pupils with SEND is still being refined.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 46 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 39.2% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 59.7% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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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UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 31.53 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 33.06 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 8.3% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 128 | 16 |
| Third Preference | 88 | 6 |
| From another Local Authority | 35 | 13 |
Previous Years
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