St Anthony's School
| Type | Special School / Foundation special school |
| Age Range | 7-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | St Anthony's Way Margate Kent CT9 3RA |
| Phone | 01843292015 |
| Reference Number | 119037 |
St Anthony’s School is performing well overall, successfully maintaining the effective standards noted in its previous inspection. The school provides a supportive environment where pupils, many with special educational needs, can thrive academically and personally. Staff have cultivated positive relationships with pupils, promoting engagement and a sense of safety. The well-designed curriculum aids pupils in acquiring essential skills and knowledge, preparing them for their future pathways in education and employment. Despite these strengths, the school faces challenges, particularly concerning pupil attendance, which remains low.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 108 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 90.74%
Girls: 9.26% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 73.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.9% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | Unknown | 2 |
| 4 | 8 | Unknown | 8 |
| 5 | 7 | 1 | 8 |
| 6 | 13 | 1 | 14 |
| 7 | 19 | Unknown | 19 |
| 8 | 16 | 2 | 18 |
| 9 | 12 | 4 | 16 |
| 10 | 10 | Unknown | 10 |
| 11 | 11 | 2 | 13 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.8% |
| Unclassified | 2.8% |
| White, Other | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.9% |
| African | 0.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 13 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 May 2025 | School inspection |
| 02 Jul 2019 | Short inspection |
| 01 Jul 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Oct 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Feb 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Mar 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Dec 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils foster a supportive environment.
- A bespoke curriculum tailored to meet the diverse needs of pupils.
- Effective pastoral support that addresses students' emotional and behavioral needs.
- High-quality careers education and guidance for further education and employment.
- Engaging and well-planned extracurricular activities enhancing pupil experience.
Areas for Improvement
- Some lesson activities lack ambition and do not deepen understanding.
- Pupil attendance is low, with high rates of persistent absence.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -12.9 | ||
| Writing | -10.3 | ||
| Maths | -11.9 |
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