Saint Cecilia's Church of England School
111%
Capacity
1,106
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Saint Cecilia's Church of England School
Saint Cecilia's Church of England School is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Wandsworth community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,106 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 1,000 places).
Ofsted has rated Saint Cecilia's Church of England School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Renata Joseph, it falls under Wandsworth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.35 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is strong at 55.6. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 744th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 11 in Wandsworth.
Saint Cecilia's Church of England School is a popular choice with families — it received 957 applications for 176 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 198 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 11 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 8 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Saint Cecilia's Church of England School include Library, Playing Fields, Theatre, ICT Suite, Astro Turf, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Basketball, Rounders, Badminton and 5 more, as well as clubs including Debate, Drama, Eco Club, Young Enterprise and 3 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.7%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Wandsworth, Saint Cecilia's Church of England School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Sutherland Grove, London, Wandsworth, SW18 5JR |
| Headteacher | Renata Joseph |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Number of Pupils | 1,106 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.7% |
| School Capacity | 1,106 / 1,000 (111% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.35)
744th of 3,141
Nationally
225th of 487
In London
7th of 11
In Wandsworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
34.6
'22/23
31.7
'23/24
31.9
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed176
957
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
198 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Cecilia's Church of England School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Sutherland Grove, London
Wandsworth, SW18 5JR
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Opening Hours
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