The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 83% capacity. Girls only.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 50.4 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Roman Catholic school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
50.4
6.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
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
Special Educational Needs
31% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Girls
- Character
- Roman Catholic
Numbers
- Pupils
- 581
- Capacity
- 83%
Governance
- Local authority
- Surrey
- Head
- Mr Stuart Field (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Effingham Hill, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6ST
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend St Teresa's School?
St Teresa's School currently has 581 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does St Teresa's School take?
St Teresa's School caters for pupils aged 4 to 18.
Where is St Teresa's School?
St Teresa's School is in Dorking, RH5 6ST, in the Surrey local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does St Teresa's School have a sixth form?
Yes, St Teresa's School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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