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Atlantic Academy
Bucks Cross, Bideford, Devon, EX39 5DW, Devon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
35.9 / 100
Bottom 36%
Better than 36% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
227
Capacity
300
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
76%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly with a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 42.1, placing it in the top 70% nationally. The percentage of students achieving grade 4 or higher in English and Maths stands at 62%, which is commendable, although the EBacc entry rate is relatively low at 20%. Overall, parental satisfaction appears strong, making it a viable option for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 7 February 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. | 42.1 | Bottom 30% 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%. | 62% | Bottom 39% 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%. | 42% | Bottom 45% 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%. | 20% | Bottom 26% 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%. | 12% | Bottom 26% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British91.6%
White Other4.0%
Mixed W+Asian0.9%
Mixed Other0.4%
White Irish0.4%
Asian Indian0.4%
Location
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50.98131, -4.34215 · EX39 5DW
School details
Local authorityDevon
RegionSouth West
URN146567
School typeFree schools
Websitewww.atlanticacademy.uk/home
Frequently asked questions
What is Atlantic Academy rated by Ofsted?
Atlantic Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 February 2023.
Is Atlantic Academy a good school?
Atlantic Academy scores 35.9/100 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 Atlantic Academy in GCSEs?
Atlantic Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 42.1. 62% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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