Camborne Science and International Academy

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Camborne, TR147PP Ofsted: Good Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

56

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
51.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.15
English & Maths grade 4+ %
56.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 63.5%
Continue in education or training
52.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 58.0%
Sustained employment
49.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 23.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Good

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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
23 January 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Cranberry Road
Camborne, TR147PP
Phone
1209712280
Website
cambornescience.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136524
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Cranberry Road, Camborne, TR14 7PP
Website
http://www.cambornescience.co.uk/
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ATHENA LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1,625 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
1,825
Free School Meals
26.7% (487 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.4% (26 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.7%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
30.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
58.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
23.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
5.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
9.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
55%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
106 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
5.0%

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
63.5 (+11.5 vs average)
Attainment 8:
47.3 (+7.8 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
114 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
228
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,825 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Mathematical Studies (Core Maths Qualifications at Level 3)
★★★★★
(9 students)
Chemistry (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(17 students)
Sports Studies (BTEC National Diploma L3 - Band J - PP-D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(6 students)
Biology (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(19 students)
Physics (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(20 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learning to be extraordinary"

Ambition Respect Resilience Altruism Integrity

Head Teacher's Message

Emma Haase, Principal, highlights CSIA’s culture of excellence, the Nexus gifted programme, and the Outstanding Sixth Form, inviting families to explore the school's offerings and opportunities.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Gym sports hall MUGA Tennis courts Rugby pitches Football pitches

Facilities

Gym Sports hall MUGA Tennis courts Rugby pitches Football pitches Classrooms Dance studios Drama studios Fully-equipped school hall

Curriculum Highlights

Nexus programme (Gifted Programme) on CSIA campus Specialist A-Level provision for STEM through the Cornwall School of Maths and Science (CSMS) Cornwall School of Liberal Arts (CSLA) and CSMS structure within CSIA Ofsted 2024: Cornwall's only Outstanding Sixth Form Top 10-20% national for Progress 8 in option subjects 70% of CSMS students achieved A*-A grades this year

Admissions Criteria

Year 7 admissions are handled by Cornwall Council. In-year admissions are managed via CSIA's online application form. Sixth Form entry requirements vary by course; Camborne Sixth Form minimum: four GCSEs at grade 4 including English and/or Maths. CSMS (Cornwall School of Maths and Science) typically requires Grade 8 or above in chosen subjects plus four GCSEs at Grade 6 or above. CSMS offers intensive support for Oxbridge/Medicine/Vet applications. The CSIA FAQ confirms these details and notes prospectuses and policies exist for admissions.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available

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