Sir John Hunt Community Sports College

URN: 113533 • Plymouth PL5 4AA

Overview

Name
Sir John Hunt Community Sports College
URN
113533
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julie Bevan (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01752201020
Website
Visit
Address
Lancaster Gardens, Plymouth PL5 4AA

Summary

Sir John Hunt Community Sports College is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Plymouth, serving 767 students with a capacity of 890. The school emphasizes a strong ethos of ambition, endeavour, and respect, encouraging students to strive for excellence in both academic and personal development. The curriculum includes a broad range of subjects, with a focus on practical and creative education, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education.

The school is committed to supporting all students, including those with special educational needs, and has received positive feedback from parents regarding its pastoral care. Recent surveys indicate that a significant majority of parents feel their children are making good progress and are safe at school. Additionally, the school offers various extracurricular activities, promoting a healthy, active lifestyle and personal development.

With a high percentage of students eligible for free school meals (42.7%), Sir John Hunt Community Sports College is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive community. The school actively engages with families, providing resources and support for students' well-being and academic success.

Key details

LA
Plymouth
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
890
Pupils
767
Boys
399
Girls
368
FSM %
42.70
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 767 399 368 890 42.70
2024-09-11 761 403 358 890 41.00
2023-09-11 833 458 375 890 37.00
2022-09-11 833 458 375 890 37.00
2021-09-11 829 465 364 900 32.50
2020-09-11 771 430 341 900 27.40

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