St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School
Slough, Berkshire, South East · SL3 7AF
A Roman Catholic grammar school in Slough, St Bernard's pairs faith-based education with academic results that sit well above the national picture. Ofsted judged the school Outstanding across every category at its most recent inspection, from quality of education to sixth form. With 1,133 pupils against a capacity of 894, it operates well over its nominal limit, a sign of strong and sustained demand. More than a third of pupils speak English as an additional language, reflecting a diverse community in this corner of Berkshire.
1,133
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
150
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,133
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.2
- Location
- Slough, Berkshire, South East
- Website
- http://www.st-bernards.slough.sch.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Slough Consortium of Grammar Schools
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 150
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Registration opens
1 May 2026
Registration closes
5 June 2026
Exam dateNext
19 September 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Attainment 8
77.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
98%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The numbers are striking: an Attainment 8 score of 77.3 against a national average of 46.9, and 98% of pupils reaching grade 5 or above in English and Maths, where the national figure is 47%. Teaching was rated Outstanding by Ofsted, as was the sixth form. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 18.2 is typical for a large, popular state school.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 3.18%
- EHC plans
- 0.35%
- English as additional language
- 35.6%
- Free school meals
- 3.7%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 7 November 2023
The last word
An Outstanding co-educational Catholic grammar with results among the strongest you will find. Families drawn to its faith ethos and academic ambition should expect serious competition for its 150 places.
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St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School located?
St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School is located at 1 Langley Road, Slough, SL3 7AF.
What type of school is St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School?
St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School test in the 11+?
St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School use for the 11+?
St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School 11+ exam is on 19 September 2026.
How do I apply to St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School?
For 2027 entry, registration opens on 1 May 2026, registration closes on 5 June 2026 and the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School belong to?
St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School is part of the Slough Consortium of Grammar Schools consortium.
How many places does St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School offer?
St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School has a published admission number of 150 places.
How many pupils attend St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School?
St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School has approximately 1,133 pupils on roll.
What is St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 7 November 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.