Please provide:
– the total number of selective state schools which use the 11 plus / transfer test to determine entry
– the extent of the selective system, expressed as a percentage, amongst all secondary schools
– recent statistics (numbers and percentages) regarding the numbers of children who pass the test and are educated at a private school
– recent statistics (numbers and percentages) regarding the numbers of children who pass the test and who qualify for free school meals
– recent statistics (numbers and percentages) regarding the numbers of children who pass the test and who have received private tuition/ coaching
– copies of your authority’s rules and guidance including to schools, exam boards, or parents regarding (1) private tuition/ coaching for the test and (2) how private tuition/ coaching for the test should be treated in the appeals system
Devon County Council (DCC) does not hold any of the information requested.
Under S16 of the Freedom of Information Act (duty to provide advice and assistance) DCC can inform you there is only one grammar school in Devon; Colyton Grammar School. DCC recommends you re direct your enquiries to the school. You will be able to find the necessary contact details on the Welcome to Colyton Grammar School website.