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Shebbear College

Other independent school · Beaworthy, EX21 5HJ

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National ranking

A-level 2024/25

#1,485 of 2,536

Similar to most schools in England

Ranked by average points per A-level entry.

School facts

TypeOther independent school
Ages2 to 19
Pupils243
GenderMixed
Religious characterMethodist
Admissions policyNon-selective
Head teacherMr Charlie Jenkins
Local authorityDevon
Opened30 Sept 1980
WebsiteVisit

Source: Get Information about Schools, URN 113605.

GCSE results

2025/26

GCSE and equivalent results at the end of year 11. Attainment 8 averages results across 8 subjects.

MeasureThis schoolDevonEngland
Attainment 8 scoreResults across 8 subjects, English and maths count twice. 50 is about a grade 5 average.48.445.646.2
Grade 4 or above in English and mathsGrade 4 is a standard pass.79.3%65.3%64.8%
Grade 5 or above in English and mathsGrade 5 is a strong pass.44.8%45.3%46.3%
Grade 7 or above in English and mathsGrade 7 is roughly an old A grade.10.3%12.4%14.2%
5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4, including English and maths79.3%60%60.2%
Pupils at the end of key stage 429--

Source: DfE, Key stage 4 performance, Academic year 2025/26, published 15 Oct 2026.

A-level results

2024/25

Results for students at the end of 16 to 18 study.

MeasureThis schoolDevonEngland
Average points per A-level entryA* is 60, A is 50, B is 40, C is 30, D is 20, E is 10.32.28, worse than England, worse than Devon34.5535
Average A-level gradeC+--
Average points, best three A-levels33.92, similar to England, similar to Devon35.4735.78
Average grade, best three A-levelsC+--
AAB or better17.6%, similar to England, similar to Devon15.4%17.5%
A-level progress scoreCompared with students with similar GCSE results. 0 is average.-0.03, similar to England--
A-level progressAverage, similar to England--
Students at the end of 16 to 18 study25--
Average applied general gradeVocational qualifications, such as BTECs.c--

Source: DfE, 16 to 19 performance, Academic year 2024/25, published 23 Apr 2026.

Pupils

2025/26

Pupils at the January school census.

MeasureThis school
Total pupils243
Girls122
Boys121
SEN supportPupils with special educational needs who get extra help at school.74
EHC planEducation, health and care plan: a legal plan for pupils with more complex needs.4

Source: DfE, Schools, pupils and their characteristics and School capacity, Academic year 2025/26, published 04 Jun 2026.

Destinations after A-levels

2023/24

Where students went after 16 to 18 study, sustained for at least two terms.

MeasureThis school
Sustained destinationIn education, an apprenticeship or work for at least two terms.62.5%
Higher education50%
Employment12.5%
Further education0%
Apprenticeship0%
Not sustainedDid not stay in education, an apprenticeship or work for two terms.0%

Source: DfE, 16 to 18 destination measures, Academic year 2024/25, published 15 Oct 2026.

Nearby schools

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Schools near Shebbear College
DistancePhaseNameTypeRatingLinks
0.5 miPrimaryShebbear Community SchoolCommunity school
Good

Frequently asked questions about Shebbear College

How does Shebbear College rank in England?

Shebbear College ranks 1,485 of 2,536 schools in England for A-level 2024/25 (similar to most schools).

What are Shebbear College's A-level results?

In 2024/25, the average A-level grade at Shebbear College was C+, and 17.6% of students got AAB or better (England 17.5%).

How many pupils attend Shebbear College?

Shebbear College has 243 pupils aged 2 to 19.

Does Shebbear College have a sixth form?

Yes, Shebbear College teaches students up to age 19.

Figures are the latest published by the Department for Education for each measure. Small numbers are suppressed by the publisher to protect pupils' privacy. Read how Area360 school ratings and rankings work.