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St Cuthbert Mayne School
Trumlands Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4RN, Torbay
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
25.7 / 100
Bottom 26%
Better than 26% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
992
Capacity
1,115
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
89%
Faith
Roman Catholic/Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a solid parent satisfaction rate of 81%, this secondary school offers a supportive environment for students aged 11-18. While the GCSE Attainment 8 score of 39.7 and 51% of students achieving grade 4 or above in English and Maths indicate room for improvement, 60% of pupils progress to university, showcasing a commitment to higher education pathways. However, the low percentage of students entering the EBacc and the limited entry to top-third universities may be a consideration for parents seeking competitive academic outcomes.
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Last inspected: 23 April 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 39.7 | Bottom 19% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 51% | Bottom 15% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 26% | Bottom 11% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 15% | Bottom 19% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 9% | Bottom 19% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 60% | Above avg |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 3% | Below avg |
Based on 35 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Parent View (103 responses)
★★★★★3.9
Good range of subjects
93%
Good range of extra-curricular
88%
Progress is communicated
87%
My child makes good progress
86%
School has high expectations
85%
My child feels safe
84%
My child is happy
83%
I'd recommend this school
81%
School supports development
80%
School keeps me informed
77%
Behaviour is good
77%
School responds to concerns
64%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British74.8%
White Other7.4%
Asian Other3.8%
Asian Indian3.6%
Black African3.4%
Mixed W+Asian1.6%
Mixed Other1.3%
Other1.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Black Other0.3%
Asian Pakistani0.1%
Location
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50.48428, -3.53184 · TQ1 4RN
School details
Local authorityTorbay
RegionSouth West
URN113551
School typeVoluntary aided school
Websitewww.st-cuthbertmayne.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is St Cuthbert Mayne School rated by Ofsted?
St Cuthbert Mayne School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 April 2025.
Is St Cuthbert Mayne School a good school?
St Cuthbert Mayne School scores 25.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 26% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about St Cuthbert Mayne School?
Based on 103 Ofsted Parent View responses, St Cuthbert Mayne School receives a satisfaction score of 78% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at St Cuthbert Mayne School in GCSEs?
St Cuthbert Mayne School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 39.7. 51% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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