Sir James Smith's School

About Sir James Smith's School

Sir James Smith's School in North Cornwall was the first purpose built comprehensive school in Cornwall. Sir Jim’s (as it has affectionately been known) is unique in its identity as a small school set in the coastal community of Camelford and beyond, between the moors and the ocean.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

35.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

38.8

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.43

Progress 8

Below average

30.8%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

49.5%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

50.5% entered EBacc

22.4% achieved EBacc

107 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"An Amazing School Experience"

My son has had an incredible time at Sir James Smith's School! The teachers are supportive, the facilities are excellent, and the values of the school really shine through. I'm so grateful to have made the right choice for his education.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"A Great All-Rounder"

I'm really impressed with the balanced approach to education at Sir James Smith's. The PSHE lessons have helped my daughter develop important life skills, and the work experience programme has given her valuable industry insights. Keep up the great work!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca W Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 22, 2022

4.0

"Some Good, Some Not So Good"

My daughter has had a mixed experience so far at Sir James Smith's. The teachers are generally great, but the school's handling of SEND support could be better. I'm hoping to see some improvements in this area soon.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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