The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2012).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2012
- This is a Roman Catholic school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.0
2.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
39%
2.6pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
43%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.09
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
92%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 153 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 14 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
21% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 89 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Roman Catholic
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,045
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 19%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Reading
- Head
- Dr Simon Uttley (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Fawley Road, Southcote, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 3EP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSouthcote Primary School
Primary · 322m away
The WREN School
Secondary · 353m away
The Holy Brook School
Special school · 953m away
Manor Primary School
Primary · 953m away
Cranbury College
Academy · 967m away
Prospect School
Secondary · 1.0km away
King's Academy Prospect
Secondary · 1.0km away
St Edward's Prep
Independent · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School a selective school?
No. Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School's Ofsted rating?
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in September 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School?
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School currently has 1,045 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School take?
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School?
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is in Reading, RG30 3EP, in the Reading local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School have a sixth form?
Yes, Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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