The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 51.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is at capacity (96% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
51.9
8.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
56%
13.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
21%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.12
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
97%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
91%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
4%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 181 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
17% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
4% 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 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 95 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,108
- Capacity
- 96%
- FSM
- 14.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Devon
- Trust
- THE KING'S SCHOOL OTTERY ST MARY
- Head
- Mr Rob Gammon (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Cadhay Lane, Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1RA
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
Is The King's School a selective school?
No. The King's School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The King's School's Ofsted rating?
The King's School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The King's School?
The King's School currently has 1,108 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The King's School take?
The King's School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The King's School?
The King's School is in Ottery St Mary, EX11 1RA, in the Devon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The King's School have a sixth form?
Yes, The King's School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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