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St James School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Devon, South West.
It has 986 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
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The community of St. James is vibrant, diverse, and proud.
We give children the chance to shine via exceptional instruction and creative practise, a thriving extracurricular programme, and a curriculum that inspires and challenges students beginning in year 7 and becomes more and more individualised as they go through the school.
We believe that students achieve excellent outcomes as a result of five years at a school where they are happy and engaged at all times; where they are challenged from day one and are consistently supported to be the best they can be. As a result, we are one of the highest performing schools in the area.
Despite this year's introduction of the new kind of GCSEs, which are 100% exams and are thought to be more demanding and challenging, St. James has earned their best-ever year of GCSE results.
The government's "Basics" benchmark measurement for a "strong pass" shows that 55% of children are graduating with a grade 9-5 in English and math, and 73% with a grade 9-4, which is considered a "standard" pass.
In English, 81% of students received a 4 or higher, and 67% received a 5, while in math, 82% of students received a 4 or higher, and 66% received a 5.
69% of children have at least five grade 9-4 "regular" passes, including English and Math, while 55% have at least five "strong" 9-5 passes, including English and Math.
This year, the school's acknowledged Ebacc success—which is a result of its academic and aspirational curricula—has increased even more.
A "strong" pass in the Ebacc qualification was earned by 36% of all students (those who earned grades 9-5 in English, Math, Science, Language, and Humanities GCSEs), and a "standard" pass was earned by 54% of all students (grades 9-4 in the same disciplines).
The Department for Education has requested that St. James become an MFL Hub due to the significant number of pupils who have applied for the Ebacc (73%) and the school's outstanding performance in French (32% 9-7, 64% 9-5, and 84% 9-4) among other factors (one of only nine hubs in the country).
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We give children the chance to shine via exceptional instruction and creative practise, a thriving extracurricular programme, and a curriculum that inspires and challenges students beginning in year 7 and becomes more and more individualised as they go through the school.
We believe that students achieve excellent outcomes as a result of five years at a school where they are happy and engaged at all times; where they are challenged from day one and are consistently supported to be the best they can be. As a result, we are one of the highest performing schools in the area.
Despite this year's introduction of the new kind of GCSEs, which are 100% exams and are thought to be more demanding and challenging, St. James has earned their best-ever year of GCSE results.
The government's "Basics" benchmark measurement for a "strong pass" shows that 55% of children are graduating with a grade 9-5 in English and math, and 73% with a grade 9-4, which is considered a "standard" pass.
In English, 81% of students received a 4 or higher, and 67% received a 5, while in math, 82% of students received a 4 or higher, and 66% received a 5.
69% of children have at least five grade 9-4 "regular" passes, including English and Math, while 55% have at least five "strong" 9-5 passes, including English and Math.
This year, the school's acknowledged Ebacc success—which is a result of its academic and aspirational curricula—has increased even more.
A "strong" pass in the Ebacc qualification was earned by 36% of all students (those who earned grades 9-5 in English, Math, Science, Language, and Humanities GCSEs), and a "standard" pass was earned by 54% of all students (grades 9-4 in the same disciplines).
The Department for Education has requested that St. James become an MFL Hub due to the significant number of pupils who have applied for the Ebacc (73%) and the school's outstanding performance in French (32% 9-7, 64% 9-5, and 84% 9-4) among other factors (one of only nine hubs in the country).
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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C-
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B
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| Ofset report | - | - | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.1 | 15.9 | 16.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
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 | -0.1 | 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 | 48.4 | 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 | 55% | 26.37% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 38.51% | 45.2% |
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 | 66% | 18.46% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 9.81% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 43% | 12.96% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.6 | 2.47 | 2.96 |
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 | 91% | 89.98% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 171 | 134 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 83.57% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 82% | 53.77% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 18.91% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.66% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.28% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.7% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.64% | 2.15% |
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 | -0.02 | 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 | 47.2 | 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 | 42% 12 | 26.88% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 7 | 40.2% | 43.33% |
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 | 70% | 22.3% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% 8 | 9.8% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% 14 | 14.39% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.33 | 2.62 | 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 | 91% | 90.8% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 132 | 136 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 82.53% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 77% | 47.93% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 23.6% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.05% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.95% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 5.73% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.55% | 2.77% |
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 | 0.19 | 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 | 50.9 | 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 | 54% 9 | 26.9% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 4 | 41.31% | 42.55% |
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 | 71% | 23.1% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% 1 | 10.21% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 52% 13 | 14.7% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.76 | 2.62 | 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% | 83.09% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 136 | 139 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 66.09% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 82% | 44.74% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 21.91% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.46% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.03% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.23% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.6% | 2.07% |
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 | 47.4 | 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 | 45% | 26.9% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% | 40.05% | 43.01% |
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 | 66% | 22.81% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 12.84% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% | 14.34% | 16.18% |
| 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 | 88% | 79.14% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 111 | 144 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 55.17% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 82% | 49.69% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 21.69% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.91% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.34% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.17% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.91% | 2.46% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 18th Dec 2023 - 1st Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 29th Jul 2024 - 2nd Sep 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 17th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 2nd Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 28th Jul 2024 |
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