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Braunton Academy

Barton Lane, Braunton, EX33 2BP

Academy converter · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jun 2016

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

Academic picture

53.7school · 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

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
53.7
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
27.6%
Basics 9-5
60.5%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

53.7

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2353.446.4
2023/2448.946.4
2024/2553.746.0

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
2022/23+0.290.00
2023/24-0.220.00
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.

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
31.6%
EBacc APS
4.61
EBacc 9-5
17.8%
EBacc 9-4
23.0%
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About Braunton Academy

Braunton Academy is a secondary school in Braunton, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 202 responses), 60% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 53.7. The school has around 840 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Barton Lane, Braunton, EX33 2BP | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Braunton Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Mar 2025 — Standards maintained
  2. Jan 2020 — School remains Good
  3. Jun 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Braunton Academy

What is Braunton Academy's Ofsted rating?
Braunton Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.
What do parents say about Braunton Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 202 responses): 60% of parents would recommend Braunton Academy.
What are Braunton Academy's latest exam results?
Braunton Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 53.7. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Braunton Academy located?
Braunton Academy is a secondary school in Braunton, Devon (EX33 2BP).
How many pupils attend Braunton Academy?
Braunton Academy has around 840 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Braunton Academy with other schools?
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