Holy Cross RC School

A good voluntary aided school school in Hammersmith and Fulham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Holy Cross RC School.

London, SW64BL Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

69

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
62.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 73.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
74.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 18.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
23 September 2015
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Basuto Road
London, SW64BL
Phone
2077361447
Website
holycrossfulham.org.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
100345
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Address
Basuto Road, London, SW6 4BL
Website
http://www.holycrossfulham.org.uk/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Capacity
646 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Archdiocese of Westminster
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
615
Free School Meals
14.2% (87 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.6% (28 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.7%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
8.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
73.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
18.0%
Reading Score:
108.0
Maths Score:
106.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
73.0 (+14.2 vs average)
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher):
18.0 (+10.7 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
8.3 (9.2 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.3 (2.3 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 106.0 108.0
2023 109.0 109.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
23 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
68
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
615 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.0 per year)

Down -2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Facta non Verba. (Deeds not Words)"

Moral Grateful Resilient Kind Curious Independent Democracy The Rule of Law Individual Liberty Mutual Respect Tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs

Holy Cross is a Catholic primary school where Catholic faith is central, with Gospel values guiding activities and strong links with local parishes (Holy Cross Church and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Sands End).

Head Teacher's Message

We are a thriving, friendly community where staff, parents and governors work together to ensure our children reach and exceed their potential, inspiring pupils on their journey to fullness of life and encouraging them to take risks and aim high.

Facilities

Outdoor play equipment (including two table tennis tables) Library books and equipment Resources for the classroom including interactive white boards, games and books Musical instruments Science resources Maths resources Whole school audio/PA system

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care includes a Breakfast Club before school (8:00-8:40, £3.50/day) and after-school provision including After School Cubs (3:30-4:30) and Wraparound care from 3:30-6:00 (£12.50/day). It is run by Holy Cross staff as a non-profit, with aims to provide nutritious food, assist attendance, and offer structured play and homework time.

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