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Colyton Grammar School
Whitwell Lane, Colyford, Colyton, Devon, EX24 6HN, Devon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
99.3 / 100
Top 1%
Better than 99% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,071
Capacity
1,085
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and exceptional GCSE results, this secondary school demonstrates remarkable academic performance, boasting an Attainment 8 score of 78.8 and a 99% pass rate in English and Maths. The school excels in preparing students for higher education, with 90% progressing to university and 73% attending top-third institutions. Its LocaleIQ score of 99.3 indicates it is among the best in the region, making it a strong choice for families seeking a high-quality education.
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Last inspected: 22 November 2022Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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. | 78.8 | Top 1% 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%. | 99% | Top 2% 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%. | 99% | Top 1% 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%. | 88% | Top 1% 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%. | 87% | Top 1% 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%. | 90% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 73% | Top 20% |
Based on 125 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British73.9%
Asian Chinese5.2%
White Other5.0%
Mixed W+Asian4.1%
Asian Indian2.5%
Mixed Other2.1%
Asian Other1.0%
Black African0.9%
Other0.7%
White Irish0.5%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Mixed W+B African0.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Asian Pakistani0.3%
Black Other0.1%
Location
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50.72769, -3.07212 · EX24 6HN
School details
Local authorityDevon
RegionSouth West
URN136366
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.colytongrammar.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Colyton Grammar School rated by Ofsted?
Colyton Grammar School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 22 November 2022.
Is Colyton Grammar School a good school?
Colyton Grammar School scores 99.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 1% 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 Colyton Grammar School in GCSEs?
Colyton Grammar School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 78.8. 99% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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