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Axe Valley Academy

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Axe Valley Academy

Chard Street, Axminster, EX13 5EA

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
757
Ages
11-16
FSM
29.2%
Attainment 8
39.0
Ofsted
Good
Sept 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
39.0
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
8.7%
Basics 9-5
29.7%

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
28.3%
EBacc APS
3.31
EBacc 9-5
6.5%
EBacc 9-4
14.5%
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About Axe Valley Academy

Axe Valley Academy is a secondary school in Axminster, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.0. The school has around 757 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Chard Street, Axminster, EX13 5EA | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Sept 2023 — Good
  2. Dec 2019 — Requires improvement
  3. Apr 2013 — Good (predecessor: The Axe Valley Community College)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Axe Valley Academy

What is Axe Valley Academy's Ofsted rating?
Axe Valley Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Axe Valley Academy's latest exam results?
Axe Valley Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.0. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Axe Valley Academy located?
Axe Valley Academy is a secondary school in Axminster, Devon (EX13 5EA).
How many pupils attend Axe Valley Academy?
Axe Valley Academy has around 757 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Axe Valley Academy with other schools?
View Axe Valley Academy'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.