St Paul's Catholic College

A outstanding academy converter school in West Sussex. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Paul's Catholic College.

Burgess Hill, RH158GA Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

66

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
66.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 0.53
English & Maths grade 4+ %
68.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 85.4%
Continue in education or training
44.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 51.0%
Sustained employment
76.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 39.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
28 February 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
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
Jane Murray Way
Burgess Hill, RH158GA
Phone
1444873898
Website
stpaulscatholiccollege.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
148753
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Jane Murray Way, Burgess Hill, RH15 8GA
Website
http://www.stpaulscatholiccollege.co.uk
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BOSCO CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1,050 pupils
Setting
Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Arundel and Brighton
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,168
Free School Meals
8.6% (100 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.1% (25 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
15.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
51.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
39.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
3.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
4.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
50%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
145 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
3.0%

Key Performance Indicators

EBacc Entry:
62.9 (+43.5 vs average)
English & Maths Grade 5+:
85.4 (+33.4 vs average)
Attainment 8:
56.8 (+17.3 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.53 (+0.7 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
73 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
146
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,168 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Sports Studies (BTEC National Diploma L3 - Band J - PP-D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(9 students)
Film / Video / Television Production (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)
★★★★ ★
(9 students)
Mathematical Studies (Core Maths Qualifications at Level 3)
★★★★ ★
(14 students)
Art & Design (Photography) (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(7 students)
Chemistry (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(19 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspiring a living faith with hope and love."

Faith and Trust in God Community and Unity Love in Action Courage to Speak Up Growth and Change

St Paul’s Catholic College is a living Catholic community rooted in Gospel values; its mission is to live out the teachings of Jesus Christ through love, service and community. The school emphasises daily faith in tutor time, liturgies and Mass, has a Chaplaincy team, and promotes interfaith learning and equality and diversity.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to St Paul’s Catholic College. The Executive Headteacher describes St Paul’s as a highly successful, vibrant Catholic school where every child is supported to grow, flourish and thrive. The message emphasises nurturing the whole person—spiritually, socially and academically—and invites visitors to experience the school in person.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Duke of Edinburgh Award Eco Team Coding Club Debating Club Student Council

Sports

Football Netball Basketball Badminton Hockey Volleyball Dance Pickleball Running Club Girls Football

Facilities

Learning Resource Centre Secure bike storage on site Underpass access to school Chapel Modern purpose-built campus Drop-off/pick-up zones at The Triangle

Curriculum Highlights

Key Stage 3: broad and balanced curriculum; Religious Education remains core; timetable includes RE, Mathematics, Computing, Learn to Learn, History, Art, Music, PE, English, Science, French, Spanish, Geography, Drama, Technology, and Information Literacy. Key Stage 4: most students do ten GCSEs including RE, English, Maths, Science, Humanities and Languages. Key Stage 5: three A level or equivalent qualifications; wide range of subjects including Philosophy and Ethics, Music, Chemistry, Art, Geography, BTEC Creative Media Production, Health & Social Care, Law, English Language, English Literature, and more.

SEND Provision

The education that we provide to students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEN) is second to none. Our Learning Support department are experienced at working with students with the broadest range of specific learning needs.

Admissions Criteria

Applications are via the Local Authority (West Sussex) Common Application Form (CAF). Applicants may submit the Governors’ Supplementary Information Form (SIF) to indicate if a child is Catholic, attends a feeder school, or has siblings at St Paul’s. In-year admissions are handled separately. Required documents include a utility bill or bank statement to confirm address; baptismal certificate and priest reference if applying under a faith criterion. Appeals can be made in writing; on-time applications are considered before late admissions.

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