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Ursuline High School Wimbledon - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Ursuline High School Wimbledon
Ursuline High School Wimbledon
- 4.7 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Merton SW20 8HA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils, including those in the sixth form, are committed to their learning and achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show respect and kindness towards each other; bullying is rare and dealt with well.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use their subject expertise to check students' understanding and deepen their knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Staff know how to support pupils well, enabling them to access the curriculum effectively.
Strengths and Challenges: Leaders are skilled in identifying and supporting pupils with SEND.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give opinions via Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: Leaders listen to pupils and act on their feedback.
Parent Satisfaction: Inspectors considered 152 responses to Ofsted's online survey, Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: When bullying does happen, staff deal with it well.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders should strengthen curriculum planning so that teachers know exactly what all pupils need to learn.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying does not happen often; staff handle it effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff and leaders provide excellent support for pupils' mental health.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils relish the wide range of clubs and societies on offer.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Staff ensure that all pupils can access the opportunities on offer, balancing academic responsibilities well.
Career Counselling Services: A structured programme of careers guidance is provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students help younger pupils explore career options.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Leaders are skilled in identifying and supporting pupils with SEND.
Subjects Offered: Leaders have developed an ambitious curriculum that includes a broad range of subjects.
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Ursuline High School Wimbledon is a Secondary, Girls, Roman Catholic school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1390 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 67% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
99.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Headteacher's Welcome
Here at the Ursuline, Wimbledon we are very proud of our strong sense of identity, community, and commitment to equality. Student wellbeing and learning are at the heart of everything we do.
Supported by their families, an Ursuline student is committed to their catholic faith and our core value of Serviam. We are developing students to be people of action who can make a difference in the school and beyond, who are kind, forgiving, generous of spirit and persevering.
Your child will be part of a national and worldwide network of Ursuline schools. We share common goals delivering a global education focused on; academic excellence, service in the spirit of St. Angela Merici, outstanding pastoral care and a focus on developing young people as leaders. Our provision is world class. Excellent teaching is in place with a curriculum that provides depth, challenge, and outstanding opportunities for students to develop their passion for learning. We have an engaging Faith Development Programme led by our Chaplain. We offer a wide-ranging enrichment programme in Arts, Sports, Languages and Culture and have a comprehensive Student Leadership Programme from Year 7-13.
We are a progressive school attuned and alert to the needs of our students in an ever-changing environment. As we transition (fingers crossed!) 鈥榖ack to normal鈥� post Covid we are enjoying being together in person and look forward to welcoming our parent community to the school. However, 鈥楿rsuline Online鈥� saw many positives, many of which now form an integral part of our digital learning strategy. We are proud that students continue to make outstanding progress despite the challenges faced. It is testament to our strong school-student-parent community.
Our parents are fundamental to the success of all our students. Our strong partnership, and shared values ensure the highest standards of achievement and personal development. We look forward to welcoming you to our school and working together to educate your daughters both in their Catholic faith and academic and personal growth.
Yours sincerely,
Julia Waters
BSc (Hons) MA Headteacher
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Here at the Ursuline, Wimbledon we are very proud of our strong sense of identity, community, and commitment to equality. Student wellbeing and learning are at the heart of everything we do.
Supported by their families, an Ursuline student is committed to their catholic faith and our core value of Serviam. We are developing students to be people of action who can make a difference in the school and beyond, who are kind, forgiving, generous of spirit and persevering.
Your child will be part of a national and worldwide network of Ursuline schools. We share common goals delivering a global education focused on; academic excellence, service in the spirit of St. Angela Merici, outstanding pastoral care and a focus on developing young people as leaders. Our provision is world class. Excellent teaching is in place with a curriculum that provides depth, challenge, and outstanding opportunities for students to develop their passion for learning. We have an engaging Faith Development Programme led by our Chaplain. We offer a wide-ranging enrichment programme in Arts, Sports, Languages and Culture and have a comprehensive Student Leadership Programme from Year 7-13.
We are a progressive school attuned and alert to the needs of our students in an ever-changing environment. As we transition (fingers crossed!) 鈥榖ack to normal鈥� post Covid we are enjoying being together in person and look forward to welcoming our parent community to the school. However, 鈥楿rsuline Online鈥� saw many positives, many of which now form an integral part of our digital learning strategy. We are proud that students continue to make outstanding progress despite the challenges faced. It is testament to our strong school-student-parent community.
Our parents are fundamental to the success of all our students. Our strong partnership, and shared values ensure the highest standards of achievement and personal development. We look forward to welcoming you to our school and working together to educate your daughters both in their Catholic faith and academic and personal growth.
Yours sincerely,
Julia Waters
BSc (Hons) MA Headteacher
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
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A
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.7 | - | 16.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 67% | 34% | 64% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.30% | - | 14.60% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.79 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 60.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 36.17% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% | 47.56% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 50% | 27.83% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 14.89% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% | 20.11% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.42 | 3.01 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 207 | 141 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 87.82% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 4% | 26.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 85% | 43% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 4% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 14.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 1.64% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 1.55% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.72 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 62.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 30.56% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 89% | 40.22% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 66% | 24.06% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 37% | 13.22% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% | 18.28% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.54 | 2.68 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 83% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 208 | 141 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 81.55% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 3% | 25.18% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 82% | 42.82% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 5.18% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 8.36% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.55% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 1.18% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.76 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 59.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 2 | 26.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% 3 | 37.11% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 64% | 21.83% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 39% 2 | 10.61% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 51% 4 | 15.67% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.39 | 2.48 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 92.64% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 129 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 88.27% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 27.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 81% | 41.27% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 4.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 14.91% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.73% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.45% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.8 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 59 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 4 | 24.11% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% 3 | 36.44% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 68% | 21.67% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 41% 3 | 10.22% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 55% 9 | 14.72% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.48 | 2.36 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 76.91% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 201 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 73.55% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.64% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 76% | 39.73% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 4% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.82% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.55% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.55% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.78 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 59 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 27.06% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 39.29% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 55% | 20.65% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 44% | 13.12% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 46% | 14.88% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 99% | 79.27% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 204 | 137 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 41.36% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 22.82% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 79% | 37.36% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 3.64% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.82% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.55% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.18% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.51 | 37.9 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.45 | 38.51 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.30% | 27.13% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 170 | 114 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 71.25% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.13% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 13% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 7.5% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 36.35 | 41.73 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.69 | 42.36 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.4% | 33.8% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 172 | 101 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 78% | 76.13% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 1.63% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 7.88% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 8.63% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.41 | 36.42 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.51 1 | 36.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.9% | 25.86% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 148 | 94 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 77% | 66.43% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 4.57% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 15.43% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 5.86% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.28 3 | 36.75 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.83 1 | 36.58 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.0% | 25.67% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 0% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 0% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 0% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 5.43% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 34.99 | 33.18 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.38 | 34.03 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.3% | 23.81% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 29 | 11.86% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 1.86% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 12.57% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 6.43% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ursuline High School Wimbledon
Local authority ratio 18 : 1