The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 55.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- 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
55.9
12.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
62%
19.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
71%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.13
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
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 162 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 12 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
18% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 90 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Roman Catholic
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,153
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 34%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Westminster
- Trust
- THE CARDINAL HUME ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Mr Cathal Gregory (Executive Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Lanark Road, Maida Vale, London, W9 1RB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMarylebone Boys' School
Secondary · 1.7km away
St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Hospital Home and Education Units co St Mary's Hospitial Tuition Unit
Miscellaneous · 2.0km away
Hallfield Primary School
Primary · 2.1km away
Chepstow House School
Independent · 2.2km away
Colville Primary School
Primary · 2.3km away
St James & St John Church of England Primary School
Primary · 2.3km away
Notting Hill Prep School
Independent · 2.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is St George's Catholic School a selective school?
No. St George's Catholic School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is St George's Catholic School's Ofsted rating?
St George's Catholic School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend St George's Catholic School?
St George's Catholic School currently has 1,153 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does St George's Catholic School take?
St George's Catholic School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is St George's Catholic School?
St George's Catholic School is in London, W9 1RB, in the Westminster local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does St George's Catholic School have a sixth form?
Yes, St George's Catholic School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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