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The St Christopher School

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The St Christopher School

Mountdale Gardens, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 4AW

Academy special converter · Ages 3–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Apr 2024

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

4.2school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

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Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
5.0%
Writing
9.0%
Maths
5.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
4.2
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
0.0%
Basics 9-5
0.0%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

4.2

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/244.946.4
2024/254.246.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24-1.110.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available for 2 years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
0.17
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
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The Eastwood Academy
0.62 km away · Academy converter
Outstanding
St Thomas More High School
0.74 km away · Academy converter
Good
Westcliff High School for Girls
0.79 km away · Academy converter
Outstanding
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy
0.84 km away · Academy converter
Outstanding
Estuary High School
1.35 km away · Other independent special school

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About The St Christopher School

The St Christopher School is a secondary school in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 4.2. The school has around 262 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Mountdale Gardens, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 4AW | More schools in Southend-on-Sea

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The St Christopher School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Apr 2024 — Good
  2. Sept 2022 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
  3. Mar 2014 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The St Christopher School

What is The St Christopher School's Ofsted rating?
The St Christopher School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are The St Christopher School's latest exam results?
The St Christopher School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 4.2. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is The St Christopher School located?
The St Christopher School is a secondary school in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea (SS9 4AW).
How many pupils attend The St Christopher School?
The St Christopher School has around 262 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The St Christopher School with other schools?
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