DEVONPORT HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS in Devon, Plymouth

Education Centre Information: Devonport High School for Boys:

Establishment Type:Foundation School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Plymouth
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 28/02/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: None
Total Pupils: 1149
Number of boys: 1135
Number of girls: 14
Admissions: Selective
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Boys
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Background:

Opened in 1896 to provide commissioned entry into Royal Navy Corps and civil service; moved in 1945 to its current location in former Stoke Military Hospital buildings, which date from 1797; only boys' grammar school in Plymouth; serves wide rural area as well as the city; takes top 25 per cent of ability range and offers some entry at 12+, 13+ and 16+. Works closely with two girls' grammar schools, two Catholic comprehensive schools and Eggbuckland Community College for extra-curricular activities, shows, and some A-level courses. Overlooks extensive playing fields; recent facilities include new refectory, sports hall and library/central resource area. Has own study centre in Brittany, visited by 400 boys every year. Wide curriculum for able pupils, including Classics, a second modern foreign language, expressive arts, and technology. Sixth-formers can take up to five A-levels, choosing from 23 subjects. Wide range of sport includes basketball, sailing, soccer, and athletics. Specialist engineering college status. Over-subscribed, with two applications per place. Schools Curriculum Award; Artsmark; Sportsmark (2002). Ethos: 'The school aims to provide a well-rounded education, balancing academic success with opportunities for sport, music, drama or community service'.