The short version
Average GCSE results.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.1 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Methodist school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.1
2.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
47%
5.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
19%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.03
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
26% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 2–19
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Methodist
Numbers
- Pupils
- 240
- Capacity
- 64%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Devon
- Head
- Mr Charlie Jenkins (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Shebbear, Beaworthy, Devon, EX21 5HJ
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Shebbear College a selective school?
No. Shebbear College is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
How many pupils attend Shebbear College?
Shebbear College currently has 240 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Shebbear College take?
Shebbear College caters for pupils aged 2 to 19.
Where is Shebbear College?
Shebbear College is in Beaworthy, EX21 5HJ, in the Devon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Shebbear College have a sixth form?
Yes, Shebbear College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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