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Marine Academy Plymouth
Plymouth·South West·Academy
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Marine Academy Plymouth is a secondary academy in Plymouth, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Marine Academy Plymouth has a Progress 8 score of -0.35 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 42.1, 57% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C.
The school has 975 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 9.1%, 43% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 13.6%.
After leaving Marine Academy Plymouth, student destinations include 55% going on to university and 2% entering apprenticeships.
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Marine Academy Plymouth has a Progress 8 score of -0.35, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 42.1. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
57% of students at Marine Academy Plymouth achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Marine Academy Plymouth achieve an average A-Level grade of C. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Marine Academy Plymouth has an overall absence rate of 13.6%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Marine Academy Plymouth is 9.1%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Marine Academy Plymouth has 975 pupils on roll.
43% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Marine Academy Plymouth, 55% go on to university and 2% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Marine Academy Plymouth was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in April 2024. Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Marine Academy Plymouth is next inspection expected around 2028.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Marine Academy Plymouth's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
204/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
110/mo
54% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 7.5 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 5.7
Bus Stops
29
Within 500m
Nearest Station
St Budeaux Ferry Road Rail Station
1.0km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.