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Plymstock School
- 1.3 (4 reviews)
- Secondary
- Plymouth PL9 9AZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils enjoy learning and aspire to do well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave well, though a minority disrupts classes.
Qualifications and Training: Staff develop their knowledge effectively through collaboration with the trust.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers adapt teaching based on students' needs.
Strengths and Challenges: Early careers teachers feel very well supported.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can provide feedback through Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: School communicates effectively about pupils’ progress and events.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are tenacious in ensuring pupils receive support at the right time.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Improvements to the curriculum have been made but PSHE needs better structuring.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils state bullying is resolved by staff.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders work with external agencies to protect pupils' safety.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils take part in sports and art clubs.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils have strong leadership roles and support others.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive appropriate careers guidance.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students are well-prepared for future steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Most pupils with SEND learn well due to effective strategies.
Subjects Offered: Offers a range of GCSE and A-Level subjects including languages.
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About Us
Plymstock School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Devon, South West.
It has 1671 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 39% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The community at Plymstock School is exceptional because it upholds and actively promotes the moral principles of decency, respect, and compassion. Our team of well-trained, highly talented employees is committed, energetic, and motivating, and they deliver great instruction and support. Students are able to do this and grow into independent, creative thinkers who genuinely like studying, which leads to great achievement. Every single student who completes their education at Plymstock School has successfully progressed onto education, employment, or training, suited to their requirements and objectives, and this is something we are quite proud of. This is also true at the highest academic level, and we are thrilled when students are accepted into Oxford and Cambridge Universities on a regular basis. Our facilities are top-notch, and since the school became an academy, it has received over $200,000 in capital funding, which has allowed for, among other things, the improvement of our sporting facilities, the creation of a cutting-edge cafe called "The Galley," and the building of a new Social Sciences Building that is environmentally friendly. We have outstanding pastoral care and offer a secure learning atmosphere where pupils can flourish. Each child is given the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to become a responsible, well-rounded person who is well-prepared for the challenges of our diverse society and for life in contemporary Britain. We are immensely proud of our school, and we highly urge you to come visit during the school day to experience firsthand why Plymstock School is a unique setting for education. You are more than welcome to visit, so do so.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | - | 15.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 39% | 98% | 40% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 18.20% | 35.00% | 5.30% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | -0.15 | 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 | 45.1 | 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 | 39% | 30.3% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 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 | 37% | 20.59% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 9.93% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 13.63% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.03 | 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 | 98% | 81.58% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 254 | 112 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 71.54% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 29.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 39.33% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.58% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 2.21% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 6% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.05 | 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 | 48 | 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 | 44% | 35.69% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 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 | 46% | 22.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 12.92% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 16.96% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.35 | 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 | 95% | 90.86% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 256 | 108 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 82.82% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 28.32% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 42.55% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.23% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 12% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 6.05% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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.
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 | 0.16 | 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 | 46.1 | 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 | 39% 5 | 26.3% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 5 | 39.39% | 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 | 44% | 27.87% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% 5 | 12.3% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% 3 | 16.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.24 | 2.69 | 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 | 97% | 96.16% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 229 | 114 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 88.95% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 28% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 43% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 17.95% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 5.84% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.53% | 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 | 0.16 | 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 | 48.3 | 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 | 44% 2 | 25.83% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 2 | 39.83% | 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 | 41% | 29.52% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 21 | 10.17% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 17 | 16.22% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.26 | 2.65 | 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 | 97% | 81.58% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 248 | 122 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 65.05% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 24.63% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 47.79% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 0.37% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 3.26% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.32% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 49.2 | 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 | 46% | 28.59% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 43.27% | 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 | 78% | 31.14% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 41% | 18.82% | 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 | 96% | 75.95% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 252 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 44% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 22.53% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 49.95% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 0.42% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 7.95% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.53% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 34.78 | 25.08 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.88 | 23.65 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.20% | 8.59% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 92 | 116 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 40% | 51.24% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 12.65% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 43% | 26.65% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.41% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.49 | 31.12 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.19 | 27.2 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.2% | 10.96% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 82 | 153 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 54.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 9.13% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 20.69% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 12.19% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.61 3 | 24.95 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.51 2 | 23.54 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.7% | 8.48% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 100 | 164 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 45.73% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 21% | 13.4% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 24.2% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11.47% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.26 1 | 25.91 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.33 3 | 24.62 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.0% | 8.48% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 14 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 33 | 22.4% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 9.27% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 19.27% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.8% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.65 | 24.77 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.2 | 26.05 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.2% | 7.48% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 6 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 22 | 25.67% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 12.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 23.67% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.4% | 4.23% |
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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 Plymstock School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
