Catmose College

  • Secondary
  • Academy
  • Ages 11 to 16
Ofsted: Outstanding

Huntsmans Drive, Oakham, LE15 6RPOpen in maps

Catmose College is a secondary school in Oakham for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 27 schools in Rutland. It ranks 1st of 3 secondary schools in Rutland. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2024.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 26 March 2024, report published 29 April 2024

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 26 March 2024

Catmose College provides a remarkable and broad education for all. Pupils are well supported by passionate and inspirational staff. Behaviour is exemplary. Bullying and discrimination are not tolerated. Pupils thrive and achieve very well. At the heart of the school is the 'Hellerup'. This is an inspiring communal area. Here, pupils and staff eat and socialise together happily. Pupils demonstrate consistently respectful attitudes towards each other, staff, and the school environment. Pupils told inspectors that they appreciate the trust that is placed in them to use school facilities freely during their breaks and lunchtimes. Beyond the academic curriculum, the school offers many fabulous opportunities for pupils to develop their talents and interests or learn new skills. The electives programme includes lessons in diverse options such as interior design, water sports, coding, and many more. Pupils can take part in a multitude of different sports or get involved in performing arts. The school offers a huge range of trips that include exchange visits and skiing in Europe. Many pupils take part in these memorable experiences. Disadvantaged pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), benefit from support and encouragement to take part in all activities alongside their peers.

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Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

203 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score52.9

52.9, 6.8 above the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths60.1%

60.1%, 14.7 percentage points above the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths79.3%

79.3%, 14.5 percentage points above the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc44.3%

44.3%, 3.8 percentage points above the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score4.76

4.76, 0.67 above the England average of 4.09.

Pupil numbers and mix

1,153 pupils on roll, with places for 1,200

Eligible for free school meals13.9%

13.9%, 12.6 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language4.6%

4.6%, 17 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support14.4%

14.4%, 0.4 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan4.9%

4.9%, 1.1 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Catmose College

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Harington School0.2 milesNo Ofsted inspectionNot published
Oakham School0.4 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 24.4
Uppingham School6 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 23.3
Uppingham Community College6 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 49.4
Melton Vale Sixth Form College8 milesNo Ofsted inspectionNot published

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
RUTLAND AND DISTRICT SCHOOLS' FEDERATION
Age range
11 to 16
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
No
Headteacher
Principal Stuart Williams
Phone
01572770066
Website
catmosecollege.com
Address
Huntsmans Drive, Oakham, LE15 6RP
Local authority
Rutland
URN
136530

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.