Shaping Tomorrow, Inspired by Faith
A High Performing Catholic School for Boys and Girls
Welcome to All Saints Catholic High School
At All Saints, we offer a nurturing and inclusive environment where your child can thrive academically, personally, and spiritually.
Our modern facilities and talented teaching staff ensure a high-quality education for every student.
Our recent Ofsted report highlights that staff have high expectations for all pupils and that they achieve well, while the Catholic Schools Inspectorate praises our welcoming community and the kindness, compassion, and respect evident throughout our school.
We are proud of our heritage and the values that guide us. GCSE results place us among the top 20% of highest performing schools nationally, reflecting our commitment to academic excellence.
Our school’s ethos and the ‘5 Ps’ – such as being peaceful and polite – create a positive and inclusive atmosphere. Students are happy, safe, and cared for as unique individuals. Our dedicated staff know each child personally, fostering an environment where every student can excel.
We invite you to visit All Saints Catholic High School to experience our vibrant community and see first-hand how we nurture each child’s potential.
Mr A English, Headteacher
Values and Mission
All Saints Catholic High School aims to deliver outstanding progress and achievement for girls and boys between the ages of
11 and 18.
Our mission of ‘Shaping Tomorrow, Inspired by Faith’ is underpinned by our values to support and nurture aspiration, provide service to our community and embody compassion. The school’s environment allows pupils to flourish and grow in God’s love while feeling happy, enjoying learning and feeling secure
High Performing and Safe School
All Saints is a high-performing Catholic secondary school in Hackney with excellent transport links by bus and overground.
We take pride in providing a safe environment for all students to develop their academic and social skills, so they become responsible young people who are prepared to make a difference in the world.
This is a school of high expectations, clear boundaries and excellent standards of discipline based on dignity, empathy and respect for one another and for those in our local community and beyond. Our focus is to educate our students to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner at all times. We work closely in partnership with parents maintaining good levels of communication, to ensure that students have a consistent level of support, both home and at school.
Our examination results remain strong at both GCSE and A Level, placing us in the top 20% in the UK for Progress 8.
The school has an excellent track record of students gaining entry to top universities and pursuing successful careers in various fields, including STEM, Business, and the Arts.
Our long-standing and strong tradition of academic excellence is maintained through the dedication and commitment of our staff. Teaching methods are varied, innovative and closely match the needs of students. We are proud of not just our headline results, but that year-on-year, we ensure that all pupils, regardless of background and starting point, make excellent progress in the school, securing their aspirations for the future.
OFSTED 2023 achieve well “Students and this is reflected in their examination outcomes.”
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“Strong progress is underpinned by effective teaching across the curriculum.”
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Our Curriculum
We offer a broad and balanced curriculum that is reviewed annually to meet the evolving needs of all our students, enabling them to achieve their full potential.
Our curriculum aligns with our mission statement, ‘Shaping Tomorrow, Inspired by Faith.’ This mission guides our commitment to developing students who are: ethically grounded, agents of change, empowered in their relationship with knowledge, and emotionally conscious.
The school day consists of six 50-minute lessons, providing a structured yet flexible framework for comprehensive learning and development.
Key Stages of Learning
In Year 7, students are predominantly taught in mixed ability classes to ensure all students are given the opportunity to transition, settle, grow, develop and fully show us their potential.
All Year 7 students will have the opportunity to learn to play a musical instrument or receive vocal training, completely free of charge.
In KS4, students study courses leading to the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE).
All students at Key Stage 4 study a core curriculum that includes:
• English Language and English Literature,
• Mathematics,
• Science,
• Modern Foreign Languages (French or Spanish),
• Religious Education.
They also can choose optional subjects from: Art, Business Studies, Computer Science, Design Technology (Resistant Materials, Textiles, Graphical Communications), Drama, Geography, Health and Social Care, History, Music, Physical Education and Sociology.
Our outstanding facilities offer students an inspiring environment in which to learn. These include: specialist science and computer science laboratories, dance, drama and art studios, sports hall, multi-use games area and dedicated technology workshops.
When your child joins this school, they will be offered a wide and holistic curriculum including: English, Mathematics, Science, Religious Studies, PSHE, Creative Arts (Art and Design Technology), Geography, History, ICT/Computing, MFL (French and Spanish) Performing Arts (Drama and Music) and Physical Education (including Dance).
Commitment to our Students
At All Saints Catholic High School, we treat every pupil, with respect, regardless of faith, and recognise their unique God-given talents.
We celebrate both our successes and our differences, recognising that we succeed in so many more ways than just examination grades.
Individual pastoral care is at the heart of our school. Our comprehensive support system includes monitoring academic progress, providing a tailored curriculum, and offering additional guidance for personal, social, and emotional needs. This integral part of our school supports both academic achievement and personal development, recognising that each student has unique abilities, needs, and aspirations.
All Saints Catholic High School enables all in our school community to achieve their highest potential and prepares our students to become compassionate and caring citizens, aware of their global responsibilities. We achieve this by maintaining high expectations of the individual, appreciating that we are all members of a diverse community, living our Catholic faith and embracing the Servite values.
“The generosity of students and their families towards the numerous charitable causes is truly humbling.”
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS INSPECTORATE 2024
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“Pastoral care is of the Leaders are relentless in the pursuit of the best care for their students, striving to provide holistic support for all.”
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“Pupils benefit from a wide range of ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy.” clubs and activities
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Beyond the Classroom
We strongly encourage all students to extend their learning beyond the classroom through a variety of exciting clubs and activities designed to develop new skills and build their confidence.
Our school offers a range of community languages, giving students the chance to broaden their linguistic abilities. Additionally, students can explore their musical talents by learning to sing or play an instrument of their choice.
We provide a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including Art, Film, Textiles, Science, Homework Club, Reading Buddies, Maths, Badminton, Netball, Basketball, Trampolining, Dance and Rowing.
School trips and excursions are integral to our school experience, offering students opportunities to participate in activities such as The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and the Brilliant Club as they progress through their education.
These enriching experiences, both within and beyond the school environment, provide our students with the cultural capital needed to develop into confident young individuals.
Student Leadership
We provide a variety of opportunities for students to develop leadership skills and develop their personal and social growth.
One such way is through the School Council, an active group elected by peers to represent student interests. The school council works with both students and staff to address school issues and improvements, promoting student voice and student leadership.
In addition to the student council, from Year 7 onwards, pupils participate in our school community through roles such as Servite Leaders and Student Ambassadors. In the Sixth Form, students are elected to roles such as School Captain, Vice-Captain, and Prefects, forming our Senior Student Leadership team to support younger leaders.
Pupils are encouraged to engage in community service and charity events. Through leading fundraising efforts for various charities and community groups, they gain valuable insight and witness first-hand the joys of helping others. We are proud of our commitment to initiatives such as food bank collections and fundraising for organisations such as Catholic Children’s Society, The Passage, Hackney Winter Night Shelter, Girl Child Network, The Hope Foundation, and New Ways to name a few.
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“The Servite Leaders are excellent for the rest of the school.”
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Sixth Form
The majority of our Year 11 students choose to continue their education in our Sixth Form, drawn by the safe and supportive environment at All Saints, alongside the high-quality teaching complemented by excellent pastoral care and guidance.
Each year, we offer 75 places in our Sixth Form, welcoming applications from within and outside of our school community. Our curriculum provides an excellent, diverse range of A Level and Vocational subjects delivered by highly experienced subject specialist teachers known for their outstanding teaching.
Student mental health and well-being are central, and our dedicated Sixth Form pastoral team ensures daily contact with students, providing a supportive environment for discussing any concerns and maintaining their happiness and security throughout their studies.
All Saints is regularly amongst the top Sixth Form centres in the local area for Value Added, reflecting the exceptional progress scores that place us among the top performing schools nationally. We take pride in our tradition of preparing to earn places at leading institutions, including Oxbridge and Russell Group Universities, where they pursue high-quality degree courses.