St Anne's Catholic School
114%
Capacity
1,225
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Anne's Catholic School
St Anne's Catholic School is a state-funded Roman Catholic secondary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming girls from age 11 to 18. The school has 1,225 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 1,079 places).
the school is led by headteacher Julian Waterfield, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.72 is well above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is strong at 56.3. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 261st out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 11 in Southampton.
St Anne's Catholic School is a popular choice with families — it received 343 applications for 205 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 166 were first-preference applications.
St Anne's Catholic School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Anne's Catholic School include Library, Sports Hall, Sixth Form Centre, Music Rooms, Astro Turf, Science Labs, Theatre, Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Young Enterprise, Choir, Orchestra and 7 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.0%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Southampton, St Anne's Catholic School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Girls |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Carlton Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO15 2WZ |
| Headteacher | Julian Waterfield |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 1,225 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.0% |
| School Capacity | 1,225 / 1,079 (114% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.72)
261st of 3,141
Nationally
46th of 461
In South East
2nd of 11
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly 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
37.7
'22/23
31.2
'23/24
30.0
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
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed205
343
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
166 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Anne's Catholic 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
Carlton Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO15 2WZ
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