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St Bartholomew's School

State school · Newbury, RG14 6JP
  • Secondary
  • Co-ed
  • Ages 11-18
  • 1,930 pupils

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Overview & data

Pupil numbers
1,930 ·
Religion
None
Local authority
West Berkshire Council
Area guides

Headteacher

Head

Dr David Fitter

Entrance

Entry and exit data - year 7 entry (average 2020-2022)

John Rankin Junior School 23 %
St Nicolas C.E. Junior School 22 %
Falkland Primary School 13 %
Other 7 %
Where the number of students is less than 10, we cannot say where they've come from or where they are going to due to data protection rules.
The Willows Primary School 7 %
Speenhamland School 6 %
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School 4 %
The Winchcombe School 4 %
Robert Sandilands Primary School and Nursery 3 %
Enborne C.E. Primary School 3 %
Stockcross C.E. School 2 %
Woolton Hill Junior School 2 %
St Martin's East Woodhay Church of England (Aided) Primary School 2 %
Unknown 2 %
Where the school a student attended before or after this school is not known. These might be students who have come from or going to home schooling, independent schools, moving abroad etc.
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Exit

% students progressing to higher education or training (2021 leavers)

School
70%
LA avg.
64%
Eng. avg.
66%
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What is this?

The proportion of 16-18 students that progressed to degrees, higher apprenticeships or other study at level 4 or above for at least 6 consecutive months in the 2 years after taking advanced level qualifications (level 3) at this school or college.

Latest results

GCSE - % of pupils achieving grade 5 or above (A* to C) in English and maths GCSE (2024)

School
62.3%
LA avg.
48.9%
Eng. avg.
45.9%
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What is this?

This tells you the percentage of pupils who achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths GCSEs.

A levels or equivalent - Average points score (2024)

School
36.85
LA avg.
35.09
Eng. avg.
34.45
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What is this?

These figures tell you the average grade and average points that pupils achieved in their academic qualifications. A maximum of 60 points are available for a grade A* at A level.

Teaching & learning

Qualifications taken in 2024
  • A level
  • BTEC
  • EPQ
  • GCSE
  • VRQ
122
Number of teachers
16:1
Pupil to teacher ratio

Learning support & SEN

2.1 %
Students with a SEN EHCP
18.6 %
Students with SEN support

Pupils

1,930
Number of pupils

Inspection reports

Ofsted reports

From September 2024, Ofsted no longer makes an overall effectiveness judgement in inspections of state-funded schools.

Full inspection: Outstanding

You can read full reports on the Ofsted website

Personal development Outstanding
Quality of education Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding
Leadership and management Outstanding
Sixth form provision Outstanding

Full inspection: Good

Leadership and management Good
Sixth form provision Good

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Contact the school

Address

Andover Road
Newbury
Berkshire
RG14 6JP
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Telephone: 01635 521255

Email: stbartad@st-barts.org.uk

Website: http://www.stbarts.co.uk

Local authority: West Berkshire Council

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School data & information St Bartholomew's School Andover Road, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 6JP
1,930 Pupil numbers
12.1 % % of pupils eligible for free school meals
13 % Pupils whose first language is not English
16:1 Pupil to teacher ratio
122 Number of teachers
33 Number of teaching assistants

% achieving grade 5 or above (A* to C) in English and maths GCSE (2024)

School
62.3%
LA avg.
48.9%
Eng. avg.
45.9%

What is this?

This tells you the percentage of pupils who achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths GCSEs.

Average overall GCSE score (attainment 8) (2024)

School
55.30
LA avg.
48.00
Eng. avg.
45.90

What is this?

Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications, which include English, maths, 3 English Baccalaureate qualifications including sciences, computer science, history, geography and languages, and 3 other additional approved qualifications.

Improvement rates in core subjects (progress 8) (2024)

0.37 Score Above average
≈ 16% of schools in England

What is a progress score?

This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4, compared to pupils across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 2. This is based on results in up to 8 qualifications, which include English, maths, 3 English Baccalaureate qualifications including sciences, computer science, history, geography and languages, and 3 other additional approved qualifications.

Subjects entered at GCSE level (2024)

Pupils attending this school entered exams in these subjects. The list only includes qualifications approved for inclusion in the performance measures. The subjects and qualifications on offer at this school may change year on year. For a full list of subjects and qualifications on offer at this school, visit the school or college website or contact the school directly. Find out more

Subject Qualification Entries Avg. grade
Spanish GCSE (9-1) Full Course 101 5
Social Science: Citizenship GCSE (9-1) Full Course 27 7
Religious Studies GCSE (9-1) Full Course 259 5
Physics GCSE (9-1) Full Course 57 8
Physical Education/Sports Studies GCSE (9-1) Full Course 29 7
Music GCSE (9-1) Full Course 23 6
Mathematics GCSE (9-1) Full Course 267 6
Latin GCSE (9-1) Full Course 8 7
History GCSE (9-1) Full Course 145 6
German GCSE (9-1) Full Course 64 6
Geography GCSE (9-1) Full Course 77 7
French GCSE (9-1) Full Course 70 5
Film Studies GCSE (9-1) Full Course 35 7
English Literature GCSE (9-1) Full Course 260 6
English Language GCSE (9-1) Full Course 267 6
Drama & Theatre Studies GCSE (9-1) Full Course 28 6
Dance GCSE (9-1) Full Course 22 6
D&T Food Technology GCSE (9-1) Full Course 53 7
Computer Studies/Computing GCSE (9-1) Full Course 53 7
Chemistry GCSE (9-1) Full Course 57 8
Business Studies:Single GCSE (9-1) Full Course 77 6
Biology GCSE (9-1) Full Course 57 8
Art & Design (Textiles) GCSE (9-1) Full Course 12 6
Art & Design (Graphics) GCSE (9-1) Full Course 28 6
Art & Design (Fine Art) GCSE (9-1) Full Course 34 6
Art & Design (3d Studies) GCSE (9-1) Full Course 30 3

% of pupils achieving AAB or higher, including at least 2 facilitating subjects (2024)

School
18.3%
LA avg.
16.3%
Eng. avg.
17.1%

What is this?

Facilitating A levels are ones that are commonly needed for entry to leading universities. They are: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, further mathematics, geography, history, English literature and classical or modern languages. The % of pupils achieving AAB or higher may therefore decrease if many pupils have opted not to take two or more of the facilitating subjects mentioned.

Average points score (2024)

School
36.85
LA avg.
35.09
Eng. avg.
34.45

What is this?

These figures tell you the average grade and average points that pupils achieved in their academic qualifications. A maximum of 60 points are available for a grade A* at A level.

Subjects entered at 16 to 18 (2024)

Pupils attending this school entered exams in these subjects. The list only includes qualifications approved for inclusion in the performance measures. The subjects and qualifications on offer at this school may change year on year. For a full list of subjects and qualifications on offer at this school, visit the school or college website or contact the school directly. Find out more

Subject Qualification Entries Avg. grade
Spanish GCE A level 10 A
Sociology GCE A level 46 B
Religious Studies GCE A level 14 A
Psychology GCE A level 77 B
Physics GCE A level 43 B
Physical Education / Sports Studies GCE A level 15 B
Music GCE A level 6 A
Media/Film/Tv Studies GCE A level 34 B
Mathematics (Further) GCE A level 19 A
Mathematics GCE A level 81 A
Law GCE A level 41 B
History GCE A level 53 B
Government and Politics GCE A level 16 B
German GCE A level 7 B
Geography GCE A level 44 B
Film Studies GCE A level 16 A
English Literature GCE A level 49 A
English Language GCE A level 31 B
Economics GCE A level 23 B
Drama and Theatre Studies GCE A level 8 B
Computer Studies / Computing GCE A level 50 B
Classical Civilisation GCE A level 18 B
Chemistry GCE A level 39 A
Business Studies:Single GCE A level 39 B
Biology GCE A level 48 B
Art and Design (Textiles) GCE A level 12 A
Art and Design (Photography) GCE A level 16 B
Art and Design (Graphics) GCE A level 18 B
Art and Design (Fine Art) GCE A level 15 B

Entry and exit data

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Year 7 entry (average 2020-2022)

Year 12 entry (average 2020-2022)

Year 11 exit (average 2020-2022)

Year 13 exit

SEN overview

St Bartholomew's School is a mainstream school. The school may provide support for students with special educational needs as detailed below. If you require more information on conditions the school can support, we encourage you to contact the school directly.

2.1 %
Students with a SEN EHCP UK mainstream school avg. 2.7%
18.6 %
Students with SEN support UK mainstream school avg. 12.9%

SEN conditons supported

Schools report the conditions they might be able to support. Please note, this may not be a complete list. Find out more.

Conditions (Might cover/be referred to as) Provision
ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder Aspergers, Autism, High functioning autism, Neurodivergent, Neurodiversity, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Social skills
HI - Hearing Impairment Yes
MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulty Learning needs
MSI - Multi-Sensory Impairment Sensory processing
OTH - Other Difficulty/Disability Downs Syndrome, Epilepsy, Genetic, Tics, Tourettes Yes
PD - Physical Disability
PMLD - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty Complex needs, Global delay, Global developmental delay
SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health Anxiety, Complex needs, Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), Mental Health
SLCN - Speech, Language and Communication Selective mutism
SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty Complex needs
SpLD - Specific Learning Difficulty Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Auditory processing, Developmental Co-ordination Difficulties (DCD), Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Handwriting Yes
VI - Visual Impairment Special facilities for Visually Impaired Yes

Ofsted reports

From September 2024, Ofsted no longer makes an overall effectiveness judgement in inspections of state-funded schools.

Full inspection: Outstanding

You can read full reports on the Ofsted website

Personal development Outstanding
Quality of education Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding
Leadership and management Outstanding
Sixth form provision Outstanding

Full inspection: Good

Leadership and management Good
Sixth form provision Good
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