Achievements
In January 2009 Ofsted graded St. Mark’s School as outstanding in every category. Inspectors stated “The school has achieved a near perfect balance of ensuring that pupils make great progress and attain high standards but at the same time develop into well-rounded, independent, caring, courteous and upright citizens.” They commented that “There is a delightful atmosphere in the school. This is a place where the individual is valued, individual strengths are celebrated and where pupils are proud to do well.” The report noted that “Parents themselves are overwhelmingly positive about the School. They comment that their children are happy and that they thoroughly enjoy school… The behaviour of pupils is a strength.”
The Diocesan inspection of the school which took place at the same time also graded the school outstanding in every category. Inspectors stated that “St. Mark’s Catholic School provides an outstanding education.” They observed that “As a Catholic community the school promotes a growth of faith that is founded on a high calibre of prayer, liturgy and religious education."
The School’s examination results rank St. Mark’s among the best comprehensive schools in the country. In summer 2010 82% of students achieved 5+ A*-C GCSE grades including English and Mathematics, the best total in Hounslow Local Authority for the second year running. At ‘A’ Level over 80% of grades were A*-C and over a hundred students gained places at University including Oxbridge and Medical/Dentistry/Performing Arts Schools.
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