Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 4.7
Teaching Quality 4.7
Communication 4.7
Student Wellbeing 4.7
Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data β€’ 130 responses β€’ 16.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

71.6% positive 26.9% negative

My child feels safe at this school

68.4% positive 27.7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

50.7% positive 39.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

60% positive 27% negative

My child does well at this school

61.6% positive 26.9% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 130 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information β€’ 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
45.7
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 β€’ 2023-2024

40.6
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.09
Progress 8
Below average
24.6%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
53.4%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

16.1% entered EBacc
8.5% achieved EBacc
118 pupils in cohort

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

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Reviews 4

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Benjamin S Unconfirmed
Parent Mar 25, 2022
3.0

"Some mixed feelings about Dawlish College"

We've had a bit of a mixed experience at Dawlish College. The school's values program is great, but we've had some issues with our child's class being a bit too big. Fingers crossed things will improve as we move forward.
Safety & Wellbeing 3/5
Teaching & Learning 3/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 3/5
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Katie M Unconfirmed
Parent Jan 15, 2022
5.0

"Excellent facilities and values at Dawlish College"

We've been really impressed with the facilities at Dawlish College, especially the sports centre. Our child has loved being part of the school's values program and it's great to see them growing into a confident young person. Highly recommend!
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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David P Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 20, 2021
5.0

"Happy with the school so far"

We're really happy with Dawlish College so far. The teachers are great and our child seems to be settling in well. The school's focus on supporting each other and being positive is brilliant.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Emily B Unconfirmed
Parent Jun 1, 2020
5.0

"Excellent education and great memories"

My children went to Dawlish College many years ago and had a fantastic time. The education was excellent and they have great memories of their time at the school. We're so grateful to the teachers and staff for all they did for them.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5

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