Greyfriars Catholic School

About Greyfriars Catholic School

A Catholic school that champions each and every student, striving for them to become well-rounded, happy individuals, able to take their place in society as ambitious, responsible and compassionate members of the community.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ms Lyndsey Caldwell

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.3

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

39.4

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

40.4

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.04

Progress 8

Below average

37.6%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

56.1%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

15.3% entered EBacc

9.6% achieved EBacc

157 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Sophie M. Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 1, 2023

5.0

"A Home Away from Home"

We've only been at Greyfriars for a short while, but it already feels like a home away from home for our children. The staff are so welcoming and the values of the school really resonate with us. Our daughter is thriving and we're so grateful to be part of the community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Helen K. Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 1, 2022

3.0

"Mixed Experience"

We've had a mixed experience at Greyfriars so far. The facilities are great and the staff are generally very supportive, but we've found the communication from the school to be a bit hit and miss. Our daughter is happy, but we're not entirely sure if the school is the best fit for us.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily P. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A Great Community"

We've been at Greyfriars for 3 years now and it's been an amazing experience for our children. The staff are caring and dedicated, the facilities are excellent and the community is supportive. Our son has thrived here, making great friends and achieving his goals.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David W. Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2020

4.0

"Excellent Education"

Our daughter attended Greyfriars from Year 7 to Year 11 and it was an excellent choice for us. The school provided a well-rounded education that prepared her for university. The values of knowledge, care and ambition really shone through in the way the staff taught and supported her.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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