Bodmin College

A not judged academy converter school in Cornwall. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bodmin College.

Bodmin, PL311DD Ofsted: Not Judged Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

44

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
44.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.44
English & Maths grade 4+ %
50.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 53.1%
Continue in education or training
26.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 34.0%
Sustained employment
69.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 35.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Not Judged

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
1 October 2024
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Lostwithiel Road
Bodmin, PL311DD
Phone
120872114
Website
bodmincollege.co.uk

Location

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Source: Geocoding
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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136383
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Lostwithiel Road, Bodmin, PL31 1DD
Website
http://www.bodmincollege.co.uk
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
CORNWALL EDUCATION LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1,550 pupils
Setting
Urban: Further from a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,558
Free School Meals
28.1% (438 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
6.2% (97 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
87.0%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
37.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
34.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
35.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
6.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
20.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
30%
Quality: Below Average
Sixth Form Size
129 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
6.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
98 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
195
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,558 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Chemistry (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(12 students)
Biology (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(13 students)
Art & Design (Critical Studies) (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(6 students)
Psychology (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(11 students)
English Literature (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(8 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Enabling every child to live a life of choice and boundless opportunities."

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Miss Claire White emphasises Bodmin College’s commitment to inclusive, knowledge-rich education within a safe, calm learning environment. The school aims to nurture strong relationships, high expectations, and a broad, experience-rich curriculum. The mission is to provide a great quality of education so that every child can live a life full of choice and boundless opportunities, with ongoing staff development and opportunities for students to take risks and grow.

Facilities

Woods Browning, a centre of excellence for vocational learning

Curriculum Highlights

Key Stage 3 (Years 7-9) curriculum structured around two learning cycles (about 18 weeks each) with regular assessments; CELT Chronicles framework guiding teaching and progress checks. Key Stage 4 (Years 10-11) structured around GCSE preparation with planned assessment points including Walkthrough Mocks and PPEs. Curriculum overview resources for KS3 and KS4 (Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Year 11) and Year 10 Knowledge Organiser. Reading & Literacy focus including a Whole-School Reading Programme, NGRT reading tests, and targeted Reading Interventions (Fresh Start Phonics, IDL, Precision Teaching). Great Debate sessions in Years 7–10 to develop oracy and critical thinking. Reading interventions and progression tracking to close gaps and raise attainment.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions into Year 7 are via the Local Authority where the child lives. After receiving the Unique Identification Number (UID), applications can be made online or via a paper form downloaded from the Local Authority’s website. Open Evening is hosted each September/October, with guided school tours available. For admissions into other year groups, applications should go through Cornwall Council admissions on a case-by-case basis, with a waiting list and potential appeal if a place is not allocated.

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