Pool Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Road Pool Redruth Cornwall TR15 3PZ |
| Phone | 01209712220 |
| Reference Number | 136614 |
Pool Academy is demonstrating a solid upward trajectory in pupil achievement, with improvements in national examination outcomes and a narrowing of the gap for disadvantaged pupils. The school effectively supports student learning through a well-structured curriculum and an array of enrichment opportunities that promote personal development. However, while many students feel safe and valued, behaviour management remains a concern, with some students struggling to meet expectations, particularly outside the classroom. The leadership team is actively working to address these issues and enhance communication with parents about developments at the school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 681 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.42%
Girls: 47.58% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 29.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 8.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 88 | 80 | 168 |
| 8 | 77 | 71 | 148 |
| 9 | 88 | 67 | 155 |
| 10 | 49 | 56 | 105 |
| 11 | 55 | 50 | 105 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 83.3% |
| African | 5.7% |
| White, Other | 4.3% |
| Unclassified | 1.8% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.4% |
| White & Asian | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.1% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Needs attention |
| > Leadership & Governance | Needs attention |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Expected standard |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Needs attention |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Expected standard |
| > Inclusion | Needs attention |
| Last Report Date | 03 Mar 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Mar 2026 | School inspection |
| 26 Sep 2023 | School inspection |
| 06 Jun 2017 | Short inspection |
| 01 Apr 2014 | Full inspection |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 02 Nov 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 12 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Pool Business and Enterprise College | |
| 12 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Oct 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Oct 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Sep 1999 | Full inspection |
| 13 Sep 1999 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils' achievement is improving securely over time.
- Disadvantaged pupils are achieving broadly in line with their peers nationally.
- The school has a well-constructed personal development programme.
- Staff provide tailored support for pupils’ emotional and well-being needs.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent application of behaviour policy among staff.
- Some pupils with SEND and disadvantaged backgrounds spend too much time out of lessons.
- Concerns about bullying need more effective resolution.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 41.8 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 37.9% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 53.4% |
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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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 131 | 15 |
| Third Preference | 49 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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