Petroc
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Tawstock EX31 2BQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
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University Application Support: Many learners go on to subject-related university courses.
Support for Apprenticeships/Workforce: Staff help learners prepare well for work or further study, including apprenticeships.
Career Advice and Guidance: Learners receive good careers advice and guidance to decide their next steps after college.
Policies and Procedures: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with comprehensive policies in place.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: Designated safeguarding leads are well qualified, and all staff receive regular refresher training.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Managers keep detailed records of concerns and monitor them carefully.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Learners gain experience through work experience, volunteering, trips, and visiting speakers.
Work Experience/Internships: Valuable industry and business experiences include work experience and sector-related trips.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Opportunities include volunteering and sector-related trips.
Academic Performance: High proportion of learners achieve their qualifications, particularly at level 3.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Learners are quick to develop positive behaviours and attitudes.
Mix of A,Levels and Vocational Courses: Most learners and apprentices on vocational courses develop needed practical skills.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are highly experienced and plan engaging topics.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Learners produce high standards of work due to the teaching they receive.
Strengths/Challenges: Teachers ensure learners move from basic to complex understanding and give useful feedback.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers check learners remember and apply knowledge effectively.
STEM Facilities: Good resources and facilities for STEM subjects like engineering.
Updating Resources: Leaders should improve some underdeveloped areas to match the standards seen elsewhere.
School Culture and Ethos: Learners enjoy their learning and life at college, developing independence.
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About Us
Petroc is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Devon, South West.
from age 16-99 yr.
81.40% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.17 | 31.16 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.06 | 31.06 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.80% | 16.95% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 706 | 208 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 30% | 44.41% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 6.41% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 34.82% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 19% | 9.77% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 34.05 | 34.34 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.48 | 33.54 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 22.33% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1242 | 293 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 40% | 49% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.19% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 27.14% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 21% | 11.95% | 10.69% |
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Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.32 6 | 29.54 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.32 6 | 28.3 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 15.85% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 1380 | 284 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 38% | 48.24% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 9.48% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 27.95% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 10.52% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 26.62 3 | 28.15 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.89 4 | 27.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.3% | 15.1% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 179 | 61.56% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.22% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 21.28% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 4.89% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.08 | 29.05 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.76 | 29.89 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.2% | 18.52% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 7 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 240 | 75.81% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.63% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 27.38% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 4.13% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 27th Jul 2025 |
