School insights
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SEND
The SEND Team includes four assistant SENDCos, Teaching Assistants and an administrator, supported by a Director of SEND and qualified SENDCo.
“Our SEND Team is made up of four assistant SENDCos, a team of Teaching Assistants and an Administrator who are strategically supported by our Director of SEND and qualified SENDCo.”
The College has a dedicated Inclusion Hub where its SEND Team is based.
“The College has a dedicated SEND space called the Inclusion Hub where the SEND Team are based.”
Pastoral
The College may make safeguarding referrals to external agencies without notifying parents when acting in the child's best interests.
“We must inform parents and carers that there may be occasions where we have to make safeguarding referrals to external agencies without notifying parents. In these circumstances, we assure you that we are acting in the best interests of the child's safety.”
The College states a commitment to safeguarding all students, staff and visitors.
“Ivybridge Community College is committed to the safeguarding of all its students, staff and visitors.”
Subject strengths
Vocational subjects recorded 50% Distinction* or Distinction grades and over 80% Merit or higher.
“Students studying vocational subjects achieved remarkable success, with 50% earning Distinction\* or Distinction grades, and over 80% securing a Merit or higher.”
Mathematics and English had 100% pass rates, and all Further Mathematics students achieved A* grades.
“We are pleased to announce a 100% pass rate for both A Level Mathematics and English cohorts , and in particular, congratulations to our Further Mathematics students who all achieved A\* grades .”
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Enrichment
Students toured an automotive factory and learned about engineering and manufacturing processes.
“Ivybridge Community College students become the very first to have an exclusive tour around the McMurtry Automotive factory!”
The Aspiring Scholars Programme supports ambitious post-college academic pathways while building confidence, character and wider skills.
“The Aspiring Scholars Programme is designed to inspire and support students in pursuing ambitious academic pathways beyond college, whilst providing exceptional opportunities to develop their confidence, character and wider skills.”
Ethos
The college names Respect, Aspiration, Integrity and Compassion as values and emphasizes academic excellence, character and opportunities for all.
“We are a college that strives for Academic Excellence , Develops Character and provides exceptional opportunities for all.”
The College's mission combines academic excellence, character development and opportunities for all.
“_"We are a College that strives for academic excellence, develops character and provides exceptional opportunities for all."_”
Sixth form
Ms Martin is identified as Director of Sixth Form.
“Ms Martin, Director of Sixth Form, said, “It has been wonderful to work with this cohort of students. They have risen to the challenge of Level 3 study and have created a wonderful community within our Sixth Form.”
The school has a sixth form called Ivybridge Sixth Form.
“Thank you for your interest in Ivybridge Sixth Form.”
Admissions
Prospective students can email the school to express interest in joining or ask questions.
“If you would like to express your interest in joining Ivybridge Sixth Form, or if you have any queries, please email us using the link below.”
The sixth form recently held a Year 12 Taster Day and provides its parent-event presentation.
“Following our recent Year 12 Taster Day, we have included the presentation below for your reference.”
Destinations
Two students secured Oxford University places, for French and Spanish and for Law.
“We are particularly proud to highlight that two of our students have secured places at Oxford University : Ciaran Ricketts will be reading French and Spanish, and Sam Ricketts will be reading Law.”
Two students gained admission to Medical School.
“Additionally, two students, including James Deacon, have gained admission to Medical School.”
Results
Over 40% of students achieved at least one A*-A grade; more than 50% of grades were A*-B and over 80% were A*-C.
“Over 40% of our students achieved at least one A\*- A grade, more than 50% of all grades were A\*- B, and over 80% were A\*- C.”
A Level Mathematics and English both achieved 100% pass rates, while every Further Mathematics student achieved an A* grade.
“We are pleased to announce a 100% pass rate for both A Level Mathematics and English cohorts , and in particular, congratulations to our Further Mathematics students who all achieved A\* grades .”
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