Schools in Dawlish
Dawlish has 5 schools: 2 primary and 3 secondary or all-through. Among secondary schools, Dawlish College has the highest Attainment 8 score (38.9 in 2025). Among primary schools, Gatehouse Primary Academy has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (57% in 2025).
- 6 schools
- 3 secondary
- 2 primary
Secondary Schools in Dawlish
Ranked by Attainment 8, the average GCSE score per pupil. Progress 8 is from the latest year published.
| # | School | Ofsted | Attainment 8 | Progress 8 | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dawlish College | – | 38.9 (2025) | -0.09 (2024) | 782 |
| 2 | Orchard Manor School | Good | 7.5 (2025) | -1.65 (2024) | 227 |
| 3 | Education and Care (Devon) Ltd At 7-9 Oak Park Villas | – | – | – | – |
Primary Schools in Dawlish
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.
| # | School | Ofsted | Met expected standard | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gatehouse Primary Academy | Needs attention | 57% (2025) | 314 |
| 2 | Westcliff Primary Academy | – | 38% (2025) | 296 |