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St Cuthbert Mayne School
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- Torbay TQ1 4RN
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils' curriculum experience varies significantly, with some not achieving well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Many pupils behave well, but attendance and punctuality issues persist.
Current Educational Practices: Teaching does not help all pupils achieve well; inconsistent curriculum delivery.
Communication: Leaders welcome support and work with external partners to improve.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give their opinions.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders intervene when pupils do not meet expectations.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders need to ensure the curriculum is delivered effectively so pupils achieve well.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong safeguarding culture; staff trained to report concerns.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Some pupils are reluctant to report bullying due to peer concerns. Anti-bullying ambassadors appointed.
Extracurricular Offerings: Variety of extra-curricular opportunities including sports and music lessons.
Career Counselling Services: Strong careers program preparing students for next steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND supported well, but teaching inconsistency hinders long-term retention.
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St Cuthbert Mayne School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic/Church of England school located in Devon, South West.
It has 1021 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 23% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
85.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We will work with your child's primary school over the course of the following six months and start to establish a good rapport with you and your child.
You can find information to help your son or daughter successfully integrate into our community in this section of the website.
Staff members at STCM School visit each child in their primary school as part of our transition programme.
This is crucial because it allows them to get to know the teachers who will help them transition to secondary school and gives them an idea of what life is like for students at STCM.
We are aware that Year 6 pupils have a range of inquiries to which they would like to receive responses, and these visits are the ideal venue for them to do so.
We also meet with your kid's teacher during this visit, who will assist us get to know your child as well as encourage their academic growth.
On Thursday, July 4, there will be a transition day for students in Year 6.
The pupils will have a fantastic opportunity to experience a day at STCM school.
There is a meeting for parents and carers in the evening. This is a chance for parents and carers to get to know key staff members who will be helping to support your child's learning.
These visits are organised by Mrs. Brown, our school's SENCO, and the head of year 7.
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We will work with your child's primary school over the course of the following six months and start to establish a good rapport with you and your child.
You can find information to help your son or daughter successfully integrate into our community in this section of the website.
Staff members at STCM School visit each child in their primary school as part of our transition programme.
This is crucial because it allows them to get to know the teachers who will help them transition to secondary school and gives them an idea of what life is like for students at STCM.
We are aware that Year 6 pupils have a range of inquiries to which they would like to receive responses, and these visits are the ideal venue for them to do so.
We also meet with your kid's teacher during this visit, who will assist us get to know your child as well as encourage their academic growth.
On Thursday, July 4, there will be a transition day for students in Year 6.
The pupils will have a fantastic opportunity to experience a day at STCM school.
There is a meeting for parents and carers in the evening. This is a chance for parents and carers to get to know key staff members who will be helping to support your child's learning.
These visits are organised by Mrs. Brown, our school's SENCO, and the head of year 7.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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A
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.8 | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 23% | 34% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.80 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 36.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 23% | 40.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 54% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 6% | 21.67% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 14.67% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% | 17.92% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.01 | 3.25 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 95.27% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 139 | 148 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 89.18% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 37.82% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 33.45% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.09% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 17.55% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.36% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.64% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.91 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 36.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 27% | 41.75% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% | 52.83% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 2% | 22.5% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.92% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.67% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.8 | 3.3 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 95.36% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 145 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 92.09% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 37.55% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 36.91% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.09% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 17.45% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.45% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.64 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 36.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 17% 4 | 41.18% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% 4 | 57% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 6% | 23.27% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 16.36% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.88 | 3.54 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 113 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 84.09% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 38% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 38.91% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.09% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.45% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.73% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.39 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 39.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 21% 13 | 41.82% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 12 | 57% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 8% | 25.55% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% 3 | 17.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% 3 | 20.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.07 | 3.6 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 85.73% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 130 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 80.73% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 32.45% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 40.36% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 7.64% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.82% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.82% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.01 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 44.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 34% | 43.64% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 57.45% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 9% | 21.73% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 16.36% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 17% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 95.5% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 144 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 45.3% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 28.7% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 43.2% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 15.9% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.8% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.4% | 2.45% |
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 | 27.16 | 33.13 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.33 | 32.61 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 13.05% | 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 | 58 | 158 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 50% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.25% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 26.25% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 8.88% | 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 | 30.56 | 36.12 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.47 | 35.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 17.25% | 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 | 58 | 223 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 49.25% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.25% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 26% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 10.88% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
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 | 27.64 1 | 25.11 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.64 1 | 25.32 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.2% | 9.92% | 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 | 51 | 215 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 53% | 42.78% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.67% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 29.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 13.89% | 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 | 26.70 5 | 27.65 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.73 4 | 28.56 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.9% | 11.94% | 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 | 7 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 17 | 31.44% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 3.67% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 21.11% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.33% | 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 | 21.35 | 27.27 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.22 | 26.14 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.23% | 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 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 30.11% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 7.89% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 39% | 24.56% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.78% | 4.23% |
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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 | 5th 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 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Cuthbert Mayne School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
