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Combe Pafford School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Torbay TQ2 8NL
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils show good progress both academically and socially.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is impressive and pupils demonstrate high levels of confidence.
Academic Progress: Pupils secure qualifications and independence for local employment.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils excel in a harmonious and safe environment.
Qualifications and Training: Staff have high expectations and are well-supported in professional development.
Current Educational Practices: Regular monitoring and lesson observations ensure teaching quality.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching is strong but further improvement in mathematics is needed.
Qualifications and Training: Staff are highly skilled and motivated.
Current Educational Practices: Training improves curriculum planning and teaching.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff share leaders’ ambition and support.
Communication: Parents are well-informed about safeguarding and pupil progress.
Parent Satisfaction: 'Amazing school' and 'excellent teaching staff'.
Opportunities for Involvement: Processes allow parents to contribute to planning.
Communication: Effective engagement with parents and carers.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents appreciate readiness for adulthood.
Opportunities for Involvement: Few parents provided feedback, but those who did are positive about the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work closely with external agencies to resolve concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Plans are in place to improve mathematics achievement.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors provide targeted challenge for decisions.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Continuous improvement through considered strategies.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding keeps pupils safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: High-quality induction and updated training for staff.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not a problem; safety is prioritized.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff ensure pupils have a rich experience.
Extracurricular Offerings: Varied opportunities beyond classroom including international trips.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Curriculum supports academic, personal, and social development.
Outdoor Facilities: School offers practical work experiences in areas like construction.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide array of residential visits and work experience.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Rich experiences linked to local community.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive valuable work experiences in chosen careers.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form judged to be outstanding with continuous monitoring.
Career Counselling Services: Vocational curriculum includes pathways into adulthood.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students progress with level 1 and level 2 qualifications.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Staff carefully account for education and health care plans.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Tailored provision meets needs and aspirations.
Subjects Offered: School provides a rich and engaging curriculum.
Subjects Offered: GSCEs, level 1 and level 2 in English and science.
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About Us
Combe Pafford School is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Devon, South West.
It has 258 students from age 8-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 53.06% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -11.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -9.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -11.5 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 101 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 64.86% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.93% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -10.0 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -9.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -11.2 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 94 | 104 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 59.93% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.37% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -10 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -9.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -10.5 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 54.11% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.74% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -13.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -11.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -16.5 | Well Below Average |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.35 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 3.0 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 54% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 21.67% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.67% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.92% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.10 | 3.25 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 95.27% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 38 | 148 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 89.18% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 37.82% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 33.45% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.09% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 82% | 17.55% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.36% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.64% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.95 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 3.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.75% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 52.83% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.5% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.92% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.67% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.13 | 3.3 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 95.36% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 30 | 145 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 92.09% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 37.55% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 36.91% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.09% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 80% | 17.45% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.45% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.63 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 2.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.18% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 57% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 23.27% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 16.36% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.1 | 3.54 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 29 | 113 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 84.09% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 38% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 38.91% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 69% | 7.09% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.45% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.73% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.71 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 2.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.82% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 57% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 25.55% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 17.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 20.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.12 | 3.6 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 85.73% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 37 | 130 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 80.73% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 32.45% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 40.36% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 73% | 7.64% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.82% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.82% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.55 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 3.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 43.64% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 57.45% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 21.73% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 16.36% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 95.5% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 27 | 144 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 45.3% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.7% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 43.2% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 56% | 15.9% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.8% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.4% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 5th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Combe Pafford School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1