Shiphay Learning Academy

A not judged academy converter school in Torbay. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Shiphay Learning Academy.

Torquay, TQ27NF Ofsted: Not Judged Age 3-11 Mixed intake
Back to School Search

Performance Score

Overall school rating

47

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
55.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 65.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
37.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 2.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Not Judged

How we weight each phase

Tap to toggle

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
22 October 2024
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
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
Exe Hill
Shiphay
Torquay, TQ27NF

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136659
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Exe Hill, Shiphay, Torquay, TQ2 7NF
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
RIVIERA EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Further from a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
439
Free School Meals
19.9% (87 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.2% (14 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.4%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
9.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
65.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
2.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
105.0

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
9.1 (8.4 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 106.0
2023 104.0 107.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
49
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
439 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-1.0 per year)

Down -1.0% over 3 years

📉

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Respect Contribution Creativeness Aspiration

Head Teacher's Message

A welcoming message from Head of School Kate Lee, describing Shiphay Learning Academy as a happy, family school with core values, high standards, a focus on Reading/Writing/Mathematics, strengths in technology and the Arts, and a broad curriculum with extracurricular clubs.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Reading for Pleasure

Curriculum Highlights

Core skills of Reading, Writing and Mathematics. Technology and the Arts are particular strengths. Broad and varied curriculum designed to engage pupils and promote a love of learning. Wide range of extracurricular clubs and opportunities

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Hub: 7.30 a.m. until the start of the school day, Mon to Fri during term time; After-School Hub: 3.15 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. Mon to Fri during term time; Holiday Hub: 7.30 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. Mon to Fri during the school holidays including non-pupil days but not during the Christmas holidays.

Other Primary Schools in Torbay

Compare with nearby schools