The short version
Average GCSE results. 75% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 42.7 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2017
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
42.7
1.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
39%
3.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
87%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.11
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
90%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 196 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 20 days per year on average — over a month of school.
32% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
6% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 103 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,192
- Capacity
- 75%
- FSM
- 22.1%
Governance
- Local authority
- Isle of Wight
- Trust
- ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Rachel Kitley (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Crossfield Avenue, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 8HB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy's Ofsted rating?
Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy?
Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy currently has 1,192 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy take?
Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy?
Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy is in Cowes, PO31 8HB, in the Isle of Wight local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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