St Michael's Catholic Grammar School
School summary
A superselective Catholic grammar for girls in Barnet, St Michael's combines a strong faith ethos with academic results that place it among the most successful schools of its kind. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted across every category, including the sixth form, it educates around 891 pupils and sits comfortably within its 940-place capacity. Entry at 11 is fiercely competitive: 128 places are offered each year, assessed through a bespoke examination in English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning as part of the St Michael's consortium. The intake reflects its London setting, with more than a fifth of pupils speaking English as an additional language.
How hard is it to get in?
Exceptionally competitive · 5 of 5 on the Passmate scale. Demand here is among the very highest of any selective school in England - a strong exam performance matters more than at almost any other school.
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Latest results
Attainment 8
77.8
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
96%
National average 47%
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 9 November 2022
Teaching & academics
Results are exceptional. The average Attainment 8 score of 77.8 is well above the national figure of 46.9, and 96% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national average of 47%. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 15.4 supports a setting where high achievement is the expectation rather than the exception. The Outstanding judgement for quality of education runs through to the sixth form.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 8.31%
- EHC plans
- 0.22%
- English as additional language
- 21.8%
- Free school meals
- 10.5%
Schools nearby
The Henrietta Barnett School
London, Greater London
The Tiffin Girls' School
Kingston upon Thames, Greater London
Wallington County Grammar School
Wallington, Greater London
Wallington High School for Girls
Wallington, Greater London
The London Mechina
London, Greater London
Dwight School London
London, Greater London
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An academically elite Catholic grammar where Outstanding ratings and standout GCSE results meet a genuine faith identity. Families drawn to its ethos should prepare for a demanding and selective entry process.
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St Michael's Catholic Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Passmate rating: benchmarked against every selective school in England using official admissions data. It measures demand for places, not school quality. Updated July 2026.
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.