Chulmleigh Community College

  • Secondary
  • Academy
  • Ages 11 to 16
Ofsted: Good

Beacon Road, Chulmleigh, EX18 7AAOpen in maps

Chulmleigh Community College is a secondary school in Chulmleigh for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 416 schools in Devon. It ranks 5th of 40 secondary schools in Devon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2015.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 3 February 2015, report published 2 March 2015

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 17 October 2023

Chulmleigh Community College has very high expectations of pupils. The school's motto, 'Nihil Quam Optime' (nothing but our best), permeates the school. Staff, parents and pupils share this ethos; this collective belief is a strength of the school. This is underpinned by the school's values of compassion, ambition and teamwork. Staff know pupils as individuals. Pupils are proud to be part of this extremely ambitious school. They rise to the school's high expectations with pride. Pupils thrive at this school and are eager to attend. Attendance is high. Pupils treat others with respect and are courteous to staff and to each other. They recognise the importance of excellent behaviour. Pupils are happy and safe. They have a trusted adult who they can go to with any concerns. On the very rare occasion that there is a bullying incident, the school takes effective action. Pupils enjoy an excellent range of clubs and activities, such as lego robotics, badminton and a skittles club that supports the school's LGBTQI+ community. The school ensures those who would benefit the most take part in activities. Pupils enjoy wider opportunities. For example, they act as mentors, join the school senate, set up clubs and walk the school dog. Year 11 pupils are proud to act as role models for younger pupils.

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Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

145 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score54.1

54.1, 8 above the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths61.4%

61.4%, 16 percentage points above the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths82.1%

82.1%, 17.3 percentage points above the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc86.9%

86.9%, 46.4 percentage points above the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score5.25

5.25, 1.16 above the England average of 4.09.

Pupil numbers and mix

735 pupils on roll, with places for 750

Eligible for free school meals21.4%

21.4%, 5.1 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language1.5%

1.5%, 20.1 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support7.2%

7.2%, 7.6 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan5.6%

5.6%, 0.4 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Chulmleigh Community College

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
South Molton Community College7 milesOfsted judgements: GoodAttainment 8: 45.9
West Buckland School11 milesNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 54.1
Great Torrington School12 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 39.0
Queen Elizabeth's12 milesReport card: Needs attention to expected standardAttainment 8: 46.2
The Park Community School13 milesOfsted judgements: GoodAttainment 8: 46.6

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
CHULMLEIGH ACADEMY TRUST
Age range
11 to 16
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
No
Headteacher
Mr Neil Payne
Phone
01769580215
Website
chulmleigh.devon.sch.uk
Address
Beacon Road, Chulmleigh, EX18 7AA
Local authority
Devon
URN
137024

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.