St Paul's Catholic College
Sunbury-on-Thames, TW16 6JE · Surrey · secondary school
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7th of 57 secondary schools in Surrey we can score, 58 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.9/10 against 610 of them, against 9.3/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 71.8 · 91 | 30% | 2.74 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.85 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 60.0 · 92 | 10% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Paul's Catholic College overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.1% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 61.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.85 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in March 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,395 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,067. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school manage class sizes given the current over-capacity status? What specific support is available for pupils to maintain the high Progress 8 scores? How does the school ensure all students access the full range of extracurricular opportunities?
What Ofsted said about St Paul's Catholic College
Overview
St Paul’s Catholic College continues to be an outstanding school, maintaining high standards since its previous inspection. The institution fosters a compassionate ethos where pupils feel a strong sense of belonging and are enabled to perform at their very best.
Strengths
- The curriculum is described as ‘extremely ambitious’, with subject teams expertly building pupils’ knowledge and confidence to explore complex concepts.
- Lessons are ‘expertly planned’, calm, and productive, featuring an ‘exemplary range of materials’ that support high-quality teaching.
- Support for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is ‘precise’, ensuring they receive the right help at the right time to excel.
- Behaviour is ‘orderly and respectful’, with pupils valuing equality and positive relationships in a welcoming environment.
- Attendance is high and improving, supported by additional resources and staffing to help families and ensure pupils return to school quickly.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with an open and positive culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 57.4 |
| 2024/25 | 61.8 |
| 2025/26 | 60.0 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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