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St Christopher School
Barrington Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3JZ, Hertfordshire
Overview
Ofsted
Not available
Pupils
496
Capacity
680
Ages
2–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
73%
Summary
With a strong GCSE Attainment 8 score of 58.3 and 84% of students achieving grade 4 or above in English and Maths, this school demonstrates solid academic performance. However, the EBacc entry rate is relatively low at 17%, which may indicate limited participation in a broader range of subjects. Overall, it provides a supportive environment for students aged 2-18, making it a viable option for families in Hertfordshire.
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| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 58.3 | No UK data |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 84% | No UK data |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 65% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 17% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 17% | No UK data |
Location
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51.96812, -0.22657 · SG6 3JZ
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117612
School typeOther independent school
Websitewww.stchris.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is St Christopher School rated by Ofsted?
St Christopher School has not been recently inspected under the current Ofsted framework. Sub-domain ratings from its most recent inspection are shown on this page.
Is St Christopher School a good school?
St Christopher School scores –/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at St Christopher School in GCSEs?
St Christopher School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 58.3. 84% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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