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Pilton Community College

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Pilton Community College

Chaddiford Lane, Barnstaple, EX31 1RB

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Pupils
1,160
Ages
11-16
FSM
28.0%
Attainment 8
46.3
Ofsted
Good
Feb 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
46.3
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
22.9%
Basics 9-5
45.3%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
46.2%
EBacc APS
4.09
EBacc 9-5
17.3%
EBacc 9-4
26.2%
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About Pilton Community College

Pilton Community College is a secondary school in Barnstaple, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.3. The school has around 1,160 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Chaddiford Lane, Barnstaple, EX31 1RB | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Pilton Community College, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Feb 2023 — Good
  2. Feb 2021 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  3. May 2019 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Pilton Community College

What is Pilton Community College's Ofsted rating?
Pilton Community College received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Pilton Community College's latest exam results?
Pilton Community College: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Pilton Community College located?
Pilton Community College is a secondary school in Barnstaple, Devon (EX31 1RB).
How many pupils attend Pilton Community College?
Pilton Community College has around 1,160 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Pilton Community College with other schools?
View Pilton Community College's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Devon.