Wadebridge School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Gonvena Hill Wadebridge Cornwall PL27 6BU |
| Phone | 01208812881 |
| Reference Number | 138024 |
Wadebridge School is performing well overall, rated as 'Good' in all inspected areas including the quality of education, behavior and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth-form provision. Leaders have worked diligently to address issues from the previous inspection, which has led to notable academic improvements for Year 11 pupils. Positive relationships and a strong focus on pupils' social and emotional well-being contribute to a supportive school environment. However, there are areas of concern, particularly regarding the depth of curriculum checks and attendance among disadvantaged pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1050 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.67%
Girls: 49.33% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 24.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.2 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 109 | 102 | 211 |
| 8 | 105 | 101 | 206 |
| 9 | 93 | 116 | 209 |
| 10 | 113 | 95 | 208 |
| 11 | 112 | 104 | 216 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 87.4% |
| White, Other | 7.4% |
| Unclassified | 1.9% |
| White & Asian | 0.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.3% |
| African | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Asian, Other | 0.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.1% |
| Indian | 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 | 10 Dec 2019 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 29 Apr 2025 | School inspection |
| 10 Dec 2019 | School inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2018 | Short inspection |
| 09 Dec 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 10 Aug 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 22 Nov 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| Previously as Wadebridge School | |
| 22 Nov 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 25 Nov 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Nov 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Nov 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 04 Nov 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 30 Jan 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jan 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Oct 2001 | Full inspection |
| 08 Oct 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- The school values both academic success and social-emotional well-being.
- Pupils display positive attitudes towards their learning.
- Strong collaborative initiatives between departments enhance learning.
- High-quality literature is introduced to pupils at an earlier age, improving reading skills.
- Effective support provided for social and emotional needs of SEND pupils.
- Pupils participate actively in responsibility and community activities.
- Leaders have made significant strides since the last inspection.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in the quality of teaching and curriculum implementation.
- Variable understanding of personal, social, and moral issues among pupils.
- Attendance rates for disadvantaged pupils are below expectations.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2022. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 16 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 14 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 4 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 18 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 16 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 21 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 19 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 21 | 0 |
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 | 43.1% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 60.2% |
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 | 123 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 26 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
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0 miles |
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