Teign School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Chudleigh Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon TQ12 3JG |
| Phone | 01626366969 |
| Reference Number | 136494 |
Teign School has demonstrated notable improvement since its previous inspection, achieving a good overall effectiveness rating. The positive school environment is highlighted by happy and safe pupils who engage in respectful relationships. School leaders effectively promote respect and create opportunities for student leadership, contributing to a strong sense of community among pupils. The curriculum is ambitious and designed to cater to all pupils, including those with special educational needs, ensuring that they can access the same rich educational experiences as their peers.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1077 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.54%
Girls: 52.46% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 20.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 128 | 112 | 240 |
| 8 | 103 | 104 | 207 |
| 9 | 89 | 106 | 195 |
| 10 | 81 | 100 | 181 |
| 11 | 78 | 100 | 178 |
| 12 | 17 | 18 | 35 |
| 13 | 16 | 25 | 41 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 92.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.6% |
| White, Other | 1.5% |
| Unclassified | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% |
| African | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.1% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 30 Jan 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Apr 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 12 Oct 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Nov 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| Previously as Teign School | |
| 25 Nov 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Mar 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Mar 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Nov 1999 | Full inspection |
| 01 Nov 1999 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils experience positive and respectful relationships.
- Leaders prioritize and effectively manage student well-being and mental health.
- The school has a broad and ambitious curriculum.
- Teachers possess expert subject knowledge and promote valuable discussions.
- Leaders provide good support for pupils with SEND.
- Students receive effective careers advice and practical work experience.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent assessment and understanding checks hinder some pupils' knowledge retention.
- The early reading program is not having the expected impact.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 44.7 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 39.9% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 63.5% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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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UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 27.43 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 28.97 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C- | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 0% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 40 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 41 | 3 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 3 |
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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Kingsteignton School
Heron Way, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 3QY |
0.08 miles |
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Rydon Primary School
Rydon Road, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 3LP |
0.45 miles |
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St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Church Street, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 3BQ |
0.58 miles |
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All Saints Marsh CofE Academy
Osborne Street, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2DJ |
1.47 miles |
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Coombeshead Road, Highweek, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1PT |
1.54 miles |
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Bearnes Voluntary Primary School
Queen Street, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2AU |
1.55 miles |
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Wolborough Church of England Nursery and Primary School
Union Street, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JX |
1.66 miles |
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Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School
Coronation Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1TX |
1.66 miles |
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Haytor View Community Primary School
Queensway, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4BD |
1.86 miles |
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Bradley Barton Primary School and Nursery Unit
Ogwell Mill Road, Bradley Barton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1PR |
2.03 miles |
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Decoy Primary School
Deer Park Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1DH |
2.36 miles |
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Bishopsteignton School
Cockhaven Close, Bishopsteington, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 9RJ |
2.48 miles |
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Canada Hill Community Primary School
Abbotsridge Drive, East Ogwell, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6YS |
2.52 miles |
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St Catherine's CofE Primary School
MUSKET ROAD, HEATHFIELD, NEWTON ABBOT, DEVON, TQ12 6SB |
2.56 miles |
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Chudleigh Knighton Church of England Primary School
Chudleigh Knighton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0EU |
2.58 miles |
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Abbotskerswell Primary School
Slade Lane, Abbotskerswell, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 5NS |
3.12 miles |
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Blackpool Church of England Primary School
Liverton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6JB |
3.31 miles |
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Chudleigh Church of England Community Primary School
Lawn Drive, Chudleigh, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ13 0LS |
3.38 miles |
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Stokeinteignhead School
Stoke Road, Stokeinteignhead, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4QE |
3.78 miles |
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Kingskerswell Church of England Primary School
Coffinswell Lane, Kingskerswell, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 5HN |
3.8 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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South Devon UTC
Kingsteignton Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2QA |
1.37 miles |
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Coombeshead Academy
Coombeshead Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1PT |
1.48 miles |
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Newton Abbot College
Old Exeter Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2NF |
1.48 miles |
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Fieldstone School
College House, Ashburton Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 1NH |
1.7 miles |
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Stover School
Stover, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6QG |
1.71 miles |
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Glendinning Academy
Sandringham Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4HD |
1.79 miles |
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Phoenix Bay School
The Pavillion, 3 Seale Hayne, Newton Abbot, Torquay, TQ12 6NQ |
2.43 miles |
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The Greater Horseshoe School
Little Bovey Lane, Heathfield, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 6RH |
2.78 miles |
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Teignmouth Community School, Exeter Road
Exeter Road, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 9HZ |
4.43 miles |
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Trinity School
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4.46 miles |