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Budehaven Community School

verifiedData: DfE 2024/25–2025/26 · Ofsted

personMr Dominic Wilkes

corporate_fareThe Bude Communities' Schools' Trust

location_onBude, EX23 8DQ

language Visit Website phone 1288353271

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Ofsted

Good

Inspected 2024

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Students

1,161

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Attainment 8

45.4

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GCSE Rank

#13 in Cornwall

#1,662 of 3,216 nationally

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Budehaven Community School is a Foundation school secondary school in Bude, serving ages 11-18. Rated Good by Ofsted.

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School Summary

Budehaven Community School is a foundation school in Bude, Cornwall, admitting pupils aged 11-18. It has a sixth form offering post-16 education. It is part of The Bude Communities' Schools' Trust. The school has approximately 1,140 pupils on roll, of whom 24% are eligible for free school meals.

In 2025, pupils achieved an Attainment 8 score of 45.4, placing the school #13 in Cornwall and #1,662 of 3,216 nationally. 35.60% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and Maths. 17.6% of all GCSE entries were graded 9–7.

The sixth form offers 16 A-level subjects. 44.0% of A-level entries were graded A*–B, with 18.5% at A*–A. A-level value added: -0.07 — sixth-form progress was broadly average.

Ofsted last inspected the school in 2024. The school's current overall rating is Good. Inspectors assessed quality of education as Good, behaviour and attitudes Good, personal development Good, and leadership and management Good.

In the most recent admissions cycle, applications were at 1.0× capacity.

The pupil-to-qualified-teacher ratio is 19.0:1. There are no current teaching vacancies.

In the 2024/25 academic year, there were 6 permanent exclusions. The average suspension rate was 6.3 per 1,000 pupils per term.

verified Source: DfE 2024/25–2025/26 · Ofsted

Academic Performance

verified Data: UK Gov 2024/25

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Secondary Performance Trends (KS4)

2025

Progress 8 Score

Attainment 8

45.4

Grade 5+ E&M

35.60%

Grade 9–7 (all GCSEs)17.6%

Entering EBacc22.00%

EBacc APS3.79

2024

Progress 8 Score

-0.22

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

Grade 5+ E&M

Entering EBacc24.10%

EBacc APS3.59

2023

Progress 8 Score

-0.09

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

45.7

Grade 5+ E&M

Entering EBacc25%

EBacc APS3.76

2022

Progress 8 Score

-0.23

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

47.2

Grade 5+ E&M

Entering EBacc32%

EBacc APS3.95

2021

Progress 8 Score

Attainment 8

Grade 5+ E&M

Entering EBacc32%

EBacc APS-

2019

Progress 8 Score

-0.24

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

Grade 5+ E&M

Entering EBacc60%

EBacc APS3.97

2018

Progress 8 Score

-0.19

vs National Avg

Attainment 8

45.9

Grade 5+ E&M

Entering EBacc53%

EBacc APS4.11

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Student Destinations (After Secondary)

This module shows what students did after finishing Key Stage 4 (GCSEs). It reflects how well the school prepares pupils for the real world.

2025

Stayed in Education / Employment

88%

Education (e.g. Sixth Form/College)77%

Apprenticeships3%

Employment8%

Not in Education / Employment (NEET)7%

2024

Stayed in Education / Employment

92%

Education (e.g. Sixth Form/College)80%

Apprenticeships7%

Employment5%

Not in Education / Employment (NEET)6%

2023

Stayed in Education / Employment

90%

Education (e.g. Sixth Form/College)80%

Apprenticeships3%

Employment7%

Not in Education / Employment (NEET)8%

2022

Stayed in Education / Employment

92%

Education (e.g. Sixth Form/College)85%

Apprenticeships5%

Employment3%

Not in Education / Employment (NEET)7%

2021

Stayed in Education / Employment

92%

Education (e.g. Sixth Form/College)86%

Apprenticeships3%

Employment3%

Not in Education / Employment (NEET)6%

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Sixth Form (A-Level) Performance

A-level results for students who stayed in sixth form at this school. Value added measures how much progress students made relative to their GCSE starting point.

2025

A-Level Value Added

-0.07

vs expected from GCSEs

Pupils make broadly expected progress at A-level.

Avg Grade

C+

Students

Grade Breakdown

Achieving A*4.9%

Achieving A*–A18.5%

Achieving A*–B44.0%

VA Banding Average

Retention rate94.3%

A-level subjects offered16

2024

A-Level Value Added

0.0

vs expected from GCSEs

Pupils make broadly expected progress at A-level.

Avg Grade

C+

Students

Retention rate95.70%

2023

Avg Grade

Students

Retention rate93.70%

2022

Avg Grade

Students

Retention rate98.6%

Source: DfE A Level and Other 16-18 Results

Ofsted History

Publication Timeline

Report Archive

30 April 2024

Inspection Report

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16 May 2023

Inspection Report

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17 November 2020

Inspection Report

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07 February 2017

Inspection Report

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04 December 2015

Inspection Report

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24 April 2015

Inspection Report

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15 January 2015

Inspection Report

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15 January 2013

Inspection Report

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16 March 2010

Inspection Report

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04 October 2006

Inspection Report

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07 October 2002

Inspection Report

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Inspection History

4 Evaluations

2024-04-30

S5 Inspection EIF

Good

Education

Good

Behaviour

Good

Development

Good

Leadership

Good

2017-02-07

Requires Improvement S5 Reinspection Visit 1 Legacy

Good

Education

No Judgement

Behaviour

No Judgement

Development

No Judgement

Leadership

Good

2015-12-04

None Legacy

No Judgement

Education

No Judgement

Behaviour

Development

Leadership

2015-01-15

None Legacy

Requires improvement

Education

No Judgement

Behaviour

No Judgement

Development

No Judgement

Leadership

Requires improvement

Wellbeing, SEN & Pastoral Care

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Behaviour & Discipline (Suspensions & Exclusions)

Official Department for Education (DfE) data. Suspensions measure temporary removals due to behavior, while exclusions represent permanent removals.

Suspension Rate

7.0%per term

sentiment_satisfied Below Average (Good)

National average: 7.3% for this term (secondary).

Pupils Suspended 1+ Times

4.2%(48 pupils)

Spring term 2025

Represents the proportion of unique students suspended at least once in this term.

Permanent Exclusions

2pupils

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National average: 7.398% of pupils excluded per term.

Pastoral Context: In the Spring term of 2025, this school served a headcount of 1,140 pupils. During this period, there were 80 temporary suspensions. The school's suspension rate was 7.0%, which is below the termly national average of 7.3%.

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Year / Term	Headcount	Suspensions	Susp. Rate	Nat. Avg	Perm. Excl.
2024/25 (Spring term)	1,140	80	7.0%	7.3%	2
2024/25 (Autumn term)	1,145	63	5.5%	7.8%	4
2023/24 (Summer term)	1,137	54	4.7%	7.4%	0
2023/24 (Spring term)	1,139	58	5.1%	7.1%	2
2023/24 (Autumn term)	1,134	72	6.3%	8.2%	1
2022/23 (Summer term)	1,157	56	4.8%	6.6%	3
2022/23 (Spring term)	1,161	63	5.4%	6.4%	3
2022/23 (Autumn term)	1,167	61	5.2%	5.9%	3
2021/22 (Summer term)	1,213	35	2.9%	4.7%	0
2021/22 (Spring term)	1,215	75	6.2%	4.9%	4
2021/22 (Autumn term)	1,224	56	4.6%	4.4%	1
2020/21 (Summer term)	1,169	61	5.2%	3.6%	0
2020/21 (Spring term)	1,169	19	1.6%	1.0%	0
2020/21 (Autumn term)	1,175	70	6.0%	3.9%	0
2019/20 (Summer term)	1,149	0	0.0%	0.0%	0
2019/20 (Spring term)	1,149	57	5.0%	3.2%	1
2019/20 (Autumn term)	1,147	42	3.7%	4.2%	1
2018/19 (Summer term)	1,138	77	6.8%	3.1%	1
2018/19 (Spring term)	1,141	69	6.0%	3.8%	3
2018/19 (Autumn term)	1,151	53	4.6%	3.8%	0
2017/18 (Summer term)	1,126	46	4.1%	3.4%	2
2017/18 (Spring term)	1,120	17	1.5%	3.0%	1
2017/18 (Autumn term)	1,112	14	1.3%	3.7%	0
2016/17 (Summer term)	1,053	30	2.8%	3.0%	2
2016/17 (Spring term)	1,050	30	2.9%	3.3%	0
2016/17 (Autumn term)	1,059	29	2.7%	3.1%	1

Source: DfE Suspensions and Permanent Exclusions in England. Data represents termly statistics as published by the Department for Education.

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Supported Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Primary areas of need currently supported by the school. A high number often indicates specialized internal units or high staff experience in these areas.

Autistic Spectrum Disorder 70 pupils

Specific Learning Difficulty 51 pupils

Social, Emotional & Mental Health 50 pupils

Other Difficulty/Disability 21 pupils

Moderate Learning Difficulty 20 pupils

Speech, Language & Communication 9 pupils

Visual Impairment 3 pupils

Physical Disability 3 pupils

Hearing Impairment 2 pupils

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Parent View on Pastoral Care

Results from the official Ofsted Parent View survey, reflecting direct parent sentiment regarding the school environment.

My child is happy at this school.

74.0%Positive

My child feels safe at this school.

80.0%Positive

My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively.

19.0%Positive

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The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved.

strongly agree13%

agree45%

disagree22%

strongly disagree13%

don't know7%

The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year.

strongly agree19%

agree44%

disagree23%

strongly disagree12%

don't know2%

When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly

strongly agree20%

agree24%

disagree23%

strongly disagree10%

don't know2%

not applicable21%

Does your child have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)?

yes30%

no70%

My child has special educational needs and/or disabilities, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed.

strongly agree40%

agree19%

disagree18%

strongly disagree19%

dont know3%

The school has high expectations for my child.

strongly agree28%

agree45%

disagree15%

strongly disagree7%

don't know6%

My child does well at this school.

strongly agree28%

agree48%

disagree17%

strongly disagree6%

don't know1%

The school lets me know how my child is doing.

strongly agree24%

agree52%

disagree17%

strongly disagree6%

don't know1%

There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school.

strongly agree29%

agree54%

disagree12%

strongly disagree5%

don't know2%

My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school.

strongly agree37%

agree55%

disagree5%

strongly disagree2%

don't know2%

The school supports my child's wider personal development.

strongly agree25%

agree39%

disagree21%

strongly disagree7%

don't know8%

I would recommend this school to another parent.

yes71%

no29%

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School Summary

Academic Performance

Secondary Performance Trends (KS4)

Student Destinations (After Secondary)

Sixth Form (A-Level) Performance

Ofsted History

Publication Timeline

Inspection History

Admissions Insight

How Places Are Allocated

Distance to School

School Capacity

Secondary Admission Trends

Students & School Environment

School Size

Language Diversity

Inclusive Support

Attendance

Ethnicity Breakdown

Wellbeing, SEN & Pastoral Care

Behaviour & Discipline (Suspensions & Exclusions)

Supported Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Parent View on Pastoral Care

My child is happy at this school.

My child feels safe at this school.

My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively.

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved.

The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year.

When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly

Does your child have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)?

My child has special educational needs and/or disabilities, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed.

The school has high expectations for my child.

My child does well at this school.

The school lets me know how my child is doing.

There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school.

My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school.

The school supports my child's wider personal development.

I would recommend this school to another parent.

My child is happy at this school.

My child feels safe at this school.

My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively.

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved.

The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year.

When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly

Does your child have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)?

My child has special educational needs and/or disabilities, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed.

The school has high expectations for my child.

My child does well at this school.

The school lets me know how my child is doing.

There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school.

My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school.

The school supports my child's wider personal development.

I would recommend this school to another parent.

Funding & Staffing

School Funding Allocation

Funding Breakdown

Staffing

Teacher Turnover

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