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Wadebridge School
Gonvena Hill, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL27 6BU, Cornwall
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
49.8 / 100
Bottom 50%
Better than 50% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,050
Capacity
1,050
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 44.7, this school demonstrates solid academic performance, particularly as it ranks in the top 56% nationally. Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 84% recommending the school, though it's worth noting that EBacc entry is relatively low at 11%. Overall, it presents a supportive environment for students aged 11-16 in Cornwall.
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Last inspected: 10 December 2019Older inspection ⓘQuality 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. | 44.7 | Bottom 44% 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%. | 65% | Bottom 49% 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%. | 43% | Bottom 48% 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%. | 11% | Bottom 16% 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%. | 8% | Bottom 16% UK |
Parent View (247 responses)
★★★★★3.9
Good range of extra-curricular
93%
My child feels safe
90%
Good range of subjects
87%
My child is happy
86%
Progress is communicated
86%
My child makes good progress
85%
School has high expectations
85%
Behaviour is good
85%
I'd recommend this school
84%
School supports development
72%
School keeps me informed
68%
School responds to concerns
64%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British87.4%
White Other7.4%
Mixed W+Asian0.8%
Mixed Other0.7%
Mixed W+B African0.3%
Other0.3%
Black African0.3%
Asian Other0.2%
Black Other0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.1%
Asian Indian0.1%
Location
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50.52192, -4.82935 · PL27 6BU
School details
Local authorityCornwall
RegionSouth West
URN138024
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Wadebridge School rated by Ofsted?
Wadebridge School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 December 2019.
Is Wadebridge School a good school?
Wadebridge School scores 49.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 50% 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 Wadebridge School?
Based on 247 Ofsted Parent View responses, Wadebridge School receives a satisfaction score of 77% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Wadebridge School in GCSEs?
Wadebridge School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 44.7. 65% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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