Chulmleigh Community College
Chulmleigh, EX18 7AA · Devon · secondary school
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5th of 40 secondary schools in Devon we can score, 41 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.8/10 against 916 of them, against 8.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 53.3 · 70 | 30% | 2.09 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.86 · 95 | 25% | 2.38 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 53.2 · 81 | 10% | 0.81 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Chulmleigh Community College overview
How it's doing
The school is rated Good by Ofsted following an inspection in 2023-11. In 2024/25, 61.4% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 54.1, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.86 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Music Tuition & Ensembles and LAMDA. Sports opportunities include Duke of Edinburgh, Dartmoor Discovery, Ten Tors, and use of the Chulmleigh Sports Centre.
Getting in
The published school roll is 735 pupils against a stated capacity of 750. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to maintain the progress seen in the 2023/24 data? What specific support is available for students aiming for higher grades in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about Chulmleigh Community College
Overview
Chulmleigh Community College maintains its overall judgement of ‘good’, with evidence suggesting it might achieve ‘outstanding’ if a graded inspection were conducted now. The school is characterised by ‘very high expectations’ and a strong ethos where staff, parents, and pupils share a collective belief in ‘nothing but our best’. Pupils thrive in this ambitious environment, demonstrating pride, respect, and a strong commitment to their education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is described as ‘rich and demanding’, with ‘extremely ambitious’ subject plans that successfully increase the number of pupils achieving the English Baccalaureate.
- Teachers are ‘subject experts’ who help pupils build links between knowledge, fostering ‘independent and resilient learners’ with the confidence to tackle challenging work.
- Pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) access the same curriculum as their peers and ‘learn exceptionally well’ due to staff knowing their individual needs.
- Reading is a ‘high priority’, ensuring all pupils read ‘fluently and confidently’, with swift support provided for those needing extra help.
- Personal development is highly valued, with pupils engaging in activities like the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and receiving ‘effective careers education’.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 55.3 |
| 2024/25 | 54.1 |
| 2025/26 | 53.2 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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