The short version
Average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 41.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2014
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
41.5
2.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
34%
7.6pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
20%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
D+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.22
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
90%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
77%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
6%
Employment
Directly into work
7%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
6%
Based on 139 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 18 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
27% 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, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 77 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,063
- Capacity
- 74%
- FSM
- 22.5%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Gloucestershire
- Trust
- NEWENT COMMUNITY SCHOOL AND SIXTH FORM CENTRE
- Head
- Mr Ben Dumayne (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
March 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
January 2014 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
September 2013 | Monitoring Visit
Monitoring visit
May 2013 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Inadequate
January 2013 | Full Inspection
Academy conversion letter
October 2012 | Academy Conversion Letter
Location
Watery Lane, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1QF
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre a selective school?
No. Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre's Ofsted rating?
Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre?
Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre currently has 1,063 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre take?
Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre?
Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre is in Newent, GL18 1QF, in the Gloucestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre have a sixth form?
Yes, Newent Community School and Sixth Form Centre has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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