Colyton Grammar School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Whitwell Lane Colyford Colyton Devon EX24 6HN |
| Phone | 01297552327 |
| Reference Number | 136366 |
Colyton Grammar School has demonstrated outstanding performance across all areas since its establishment. As the first routine inspection since the pandemic, inspectors noted the school excels in delivering a rigorous and ambitious curriculum that engages students and fosters a love for learning. The school culture promotes high expectations for both students and staff, resulting in exemplary behavior and strong academic achievements. The inclusive environment encourages pupil participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, further enhancing their personal development and social skills.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1071 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 56.58%
Girls: 43.42% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 6.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 10.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 89 | 71 | 160 |
| 8 | 86 | 74 | 160 |
| 9 | 97 | 61 | 158 |
| 10 | 91 | 63 | 154 |
| 11 | 87 | 65 | 152 |
| 12 | 82 | 64 | 146 |
| 13 | 74 | 67 | 141 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 73.9% |
| Chinese | 5.2% |
| White, Other | 5% |
| White & Asian | 4.1% |
| Unclassified | 2.7% |
| Indian | 2.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.1% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| African | 0.9% |
| Irish | 0.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 22 Nov 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Nov 2022 | School inspection: |
| 10 Mar 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 27 Mar 2012 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 30 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Colyton Grammar School | |
| 30 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Jan 2004 | Full inspection |
| 26 Jan 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Ambitious and broad curriculum with a focus on English Baccalaureate subjects
- Exceptional behavior and attitudes among pupils
- Strong support and guidance for students pursuing higher education
- Effective provision for special educational needs and/or disabilities
- Comprehensive careers education and support
- Vibrant culture of reading and appreciation for diverse perspectives
- Wide range of leadership opportunities for pupils
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 78.8 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 98.7% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 99.3% |
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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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 48.11 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 47.68 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | A- | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | A- | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 58.2% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 20 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 3 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 34 | 23 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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Colyton Primary Academy
The Butts, West Street, Colyton, Devon, EX24 6NU |
0.83 miles |
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Seaton Primary School
Valley View, Seaton, Devon, EX12 2HF |
1.05 miles |
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Musbury Primary School
Church Hill, Musbury, Axminster, Devon, EX13 8BB |
2.3 miles |
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Beer Church of England Primary School
Mare Lane, Beer, Seaton, Devon, EX12 3NB |
2.36 miles |
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Shute Community Primary School
Haddon Road, Shute, Axminster, Devon, EX13 7QR |
3.13 miles |
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Kilmington Primary School
Whitford Road, Kilmington, Axminster, Devon, EX13 7RG |
3.78 miles |
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Branscombe Church of England Primary School
Branscombe, Seaton, Devon, EX12 3DA |
3.85 miles |
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