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Millbay Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Millbay Academy
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- Plymouth PL1 3EG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils benefit from a high-quality curriculum with ambitious goals.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exude kindness, respect, and are polite.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Swift support is provided for pupils who fall behind, especially in phonics and reading.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are well-supported and re-energised in their roles.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers are subject experts, and their teaching improves pupil outcomes.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Strong practice exists but isn't always shared across the school.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Pupils talk animatedly about their enjoyment of school, echoing positive parental views.
Communication with Parents: Staff and pupils enjoy caring, trusting relationships, bolstering communication.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents echo the positive view of pupils and staff.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Pupils have a strong voice in changes made at the school.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Rapid improvements driven by the trust and school leadership.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Pupils talk to staff freely about concerns, enhancing their safety.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils’ behaviour is managed well; poor behaviour is not tolerated.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: A culture of care and safety permeates the school environment.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of clubs like Japanese, chess, and basketball offered.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Rich experiences complementing academic learning.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils broaden their horizons with 'pop up' career opportunities.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Supportive transitions from primary to secondary and beyond.
Support for SEND: SEND pupils are well-supported with personalized approaches.
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About Us
Millbay Academy is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Devon, South West.
It has 545 students from age 3-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 14% 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 | 102 | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | 103 | 95 | 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 | 47% | 54.07% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 5% | 6.15% | 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 | 2.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | Above 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.
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.
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 | -0.68 | 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 | 31.2 | 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 | 14% | 30.3% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 33% | 44.59% | 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 | 18% | 20.59% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 9.93% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 13.63% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.57 | 2.85 | 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 | 88% | 81.58% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 89 | 112 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 71.54% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 57% | 29.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 16% | 39.33% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 0.58% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 2.21% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 6% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 4% | 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 | -1.11 | 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 | 32.8 | 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 | 15% | 35.69% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 35% | 51.54% | 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 | 5% | 22.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 12.92% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 16.96% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.48 | 3.26 | 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 | - | 90.86% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 108 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.82% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.32% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 42.55% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.23% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.05% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2% | 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.
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.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Millbay Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
