Millbay Academy

About Millbay Academy

Located in Plymouth’s historic Coastal Quarter, we are proud to be a centre of excellence for the city, combining academic learning with creative innovation. Our broad and balanced curriculum champions classroom‑based learning across a wide variety of subjects, while encouraging students to be bold, imaginative and to think like creators.

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

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

32.3

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

32.7

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.51

Progress 8

Well below average

15.4%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

32.1%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

7.7% entered EBacc

2.6% achieved EBacc

78 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 W Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 10, 2023

5.0

"Our Amazing Experience at Millbay Academy"

We've been so impressed with the facilities and resources at Millbay Academy, especially the new library which my child loves. The values of courage, curiosity, and creativity are really evident in the way the teachers inspire the students. My child has thrived in this supportive and inclusive environment.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Kieran F Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

4.0

"A Great School with Some Room for Improvement"

We've been generally pleased with Millbay Academy, but we do feel that the school could do more to engage with parents. The 'Think Like a Creative' approach is really inspiring, and the teachers are always willing to help. However, we've noticed some inconsistency in the quality of teaching, which is a disappointment.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sophia T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2022

5.0

"A Wonderful School with Amazing Opportunities"

I have nothing but praise for Millbay Academy, where my child spent three happy years. The school's commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing is outstanding, and the extracurricular programs are incredibly diverse. My child's confidence and creativity grew so much during their time at Millbay, and I'm grateful for the experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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