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Marland School
Peters Marland, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8QQ, Devon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
36.2 / 100
Bottom 36%
Better than 36% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
160
Capacity
162
Ages
5–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this school demonstrates a commitment to quality education, although it faces challenges in academic performance, particularly in GCSE results, where no students achieved grade 4 or above in English and Maths. The average Attainment 8 score of 7.2 suggests some students are performing well, but overall progress data is limited, indicating that there may be areas for improvement. Parents considering this option may appreciate the supportive environment, but should weigh the academic outcomes carefully.
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Last inspected: 7 March 2023Quality 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. | 7.2 | No UK data |
| 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 0% | No UK data |
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 0% | No UK data |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 0% | No UK data |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British95.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.5%
Mixed Other1.3%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
Location
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50.90079, -4.16454 · EX38 8QQ
School details
Local authorityDevon
RegionSouth West
URN131552
School typeFoundation special school
Websitewww.marland.devon.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Marland School rated by Ofsted?
Marland School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 March 2023.
Is Marland School a good school?
Marland School scores 36.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 36% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Marland School in GCSEs?
Marland School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 7.2. 0% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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