Coombe Dean School
Academy converterSecondaryAges 11–18MixedSixth form
Charnhill Way, Elburton, Plymouth, PL9 8ES
Headteacher · Mrs Caroline Granville
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Key facts
Pupils1,000Capacity 1,180
OfstedReport cardInspected 3 March 2026
TrustWestcountry Schools Trust
Free school meals19%
Ofsted
Report card from the inspection on 3 March 2026.
- InclusionStrong standard
- Curriculum and teachingStrong standard
- AchievementExpected standard
- Attendance and behaviourExpected standard
- Personal development and wellbeingExpected standard
- Sixth formExpected standard
- Leadership and governanceExpected standard
- SafeguardingMet
Ofsted management information, latest inspections as at 31 August 2026.
Year 7 applications close 31 October 2026
For September 2027. Apply through Plymouth council, not the school. National offer day is 1 March 2027.
How to apply in PlymouthNearby schools for the same ages
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