Sands School
Sands School is an independent school in Newton Abbot for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 67 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Sands School is Good, from an inspection in December 2016. In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 20.3, and 22% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: December 2016. GCSE results: 2019.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 48 East Street Ashburton Newton Abbot Devon TQ13 7AX |
| Phone | 01364653666 |
| Reference Number | 113619 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 67 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 34.33%
Girls: 65.67% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Sands School is a good independent school that emphasizes pupils' emotional well-being and personal development. With a democratic ethos at its core, the school fosters an environment of equality and inclusion. The curriculum is broad and balanced, ensuring pupils progress well academically while also actively promoting personal development. Teaching quality is strong; however, staff would benefit from further training to enhance their strategies, particularly for pupils with specific learning difficulties. Parents express high satisfaction with the school, appreciating how it equips their children for future challenges.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 01 Nov 2016 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 Nov 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 01 Oct 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 16 Mar 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 06 Nov 2009 | Monitoring inspection |
| 02 May 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Outstanding personal development and welfare of pupils
- Strong emphasis on emotional well-being and self-confidence
- High standards of behaviour and attendance
- Effective governance that supports school improvement
- Broad and balanced curriculum with a focus on life skills
Areas for Improvement
- Need for consistent assessment approaches and specific learning targets for all pupils, especially the more able
- Further training for staff to support pupils with specific learning or behaviour difficulties
- Outdoor facilities require updating for physical education
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 20.3 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 22% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 32.8% of pupils at Sands School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 11.9% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Sands School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Sands School is Good, from an inspection in December 2016.
When was Sands School last inspected by Ofsted?
Sands School was last inspected in December 2016.
How many pupils does Sands School have?
Sands School has 67 pupils on roll.
What age range does Sands School cover?
Sands School for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are Sands School's GCSE results?
In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 20.3, and 22% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Sands School?
Sands School is at 48 East Street, Ashburton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 7AX.
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