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Pathfield School

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Pathfield School

Abbey Road, Pilton, Barnstaple, EX31 1JU

Foundation special school · Ages 3–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Mar 2019

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

0.6school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
0.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
0.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
0.6
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
0.0%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

0.6

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/240.946.4
2024/250.646.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24-1.870.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
0.05
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Pilton Community College
0.28 km away · Academy converter
Good
The Park Community School
2.22 km away · Academy converter
Good
The Lampard Community School
2.5 km away · Academy special converter
Good
The Shoreline Academy
3.19 km away · Academy alternative provision sponsor led
Requires improvement
On Track Education Barnstaple
3.48 km away · Other independent special school

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About Pathfield School

Pathfield School is a secondary school in Barnstaple, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 26 responses), 96% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 0.6. The school has around 190 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Abbey Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1JU | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Pathfield School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Oct 2024 — Standards maintained
  2. Mar 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Pathfield School

What is Pathfield School's Ofsted rating?
Pathfield School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What do parents say about Pathfield School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 26 responses): 96% of parents would recommend Pathfield School.
What are Pathfield School's latest exam results?
Pathfield School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 0.6. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Pathfield School located?
Pathfield School is a secondary school in Barnstaple, Devon (EX31 1JU).
How many pupils attend Pathfield School?
Pathfield School has around 190 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Pathfield School with other schools?
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