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  • 27/03/26

    Both Y7 Netball Teams Took Home the Silver Medal

    The Coombe Dean Blades had a brilliant afternoon of netball, putting in a series of confident and hardworking performances. Evie and Ellen were rock‑steady in defence, Lily, Jess and Quinn kept things flowing smoothly through centre court, and Jess J and Bella were...
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  • 24/03/26

    Fantastic Progress in Reading Fluency & Comprehension!

    Huge congratulations to the group of students who have just successfully completed the Reading Fluency and Comprehension Intervention Programme with Mrs Paul. Over just eight weeks, these students have shown incredible dedication and progress in their reading skills. We’re especia...
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  • 23/03/26

    History Comes to Life at The Box: Year 7 and Year 8 Visits

    Over the past two weeks, our Year 7 and Year 8 students had the fantastic opportunity to visit 'The Box' Museum in Plymouth as part of their History curriculum. Across both visits, students engaged brilliantly with the rich local history on offer, exploring artefacts, exhibitions and inte...
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  • 20/03/26

    National Institute of Teaching Visit Coombe Dean

    We were delighted to welcome the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) to our school to capture the high-quality teaching and leadership that takes place every day.
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  • 20/03/26

    Pi Day Challenge

    Last week, students across the school took part in our annual Pi Day celebrations—a fantastic opportunity to explore mathematics in creative, practical, and enjoyable ways. The day (held globally on 14th March, or 3.14) is dedicated to the mathematical constant π (pi), and our Maths Departm...
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  • 09/03/26

    Year 11 Mock Results Release

    Last Friday, our Year 11 students received their mock exam results, an important milestone as they prepare for their final exams. This was a valuable opportunity for them to reflect on their progress, celebrate their achievements, and identify areas for improvement.  We are incredibly proud...
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  • 09/03/26

    Ski Italy 2026

    A group of Coombe Dean students tackled the slopes of Siestere in the Italian mountains during the same week as the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina. This was an amazing trip where students truly faced fears and demonstrated resilience which enabled them to make significant progress each and every da...
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  • 09/03/26

    Meeting the Commercial Director of CityBus

    Year 12 students spent a morning at CityBus last week for a meeting to discuss the environment in which the business operates in preparation for their live business exam later this term. Students had the opportunity to ask questions to Mark Collins, Commercial Director for Plymouth CityBus, Go...
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  • 09/03/26

    Strong Performances from Coombe Dean Swimmers at Plymouth Schools Championships

    Our Coombe Dean swimming teams delivered fantastic performances at the recent Plymouth Schools Championships held at the Life Centre, showcasing determination, skill, and real team spirit. The Girls’ team secured an impressive 2nd place overall, demonstrating consistency and strength across...
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  • 04/03/26

    Come and Support Our Latest Drama Production!

    This year we are thrilled to be taking part in the prestigious National Theatre Connections project — an incredible opportunity that allows our students to perform a brand-new play written by a professional playwright, both here at school and on a professional stage. We have chose...
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  • 27/02/26

    Y9 Leaders Thrive Hosting Primary Inclusion Volleyball Festival

    Coombe Dean was proud to host the PSSP Primary Inclusion Volleyball Festival this morning, supported brilliantly by nine outstanding Year 9 leaders. We welcomed pupils from Courtlands, Hooe, Montpelier, Pilgrim, Widey Court, and Hyde Park primary schools, all taking part in an event designed to c...
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  • 18/02/26

    Coombe Dean Celebrates 2025 Year 11 Success

    Coombe Dean Celebrates 2025 Year 11 Success Coombe Dean School is delighted to share the outstanding success of our 2025 Year 11 cohort following the publication of the 2025 validated outcomes. Just before the half‑term break, we received a letter from the Secretary of State for Education reco...
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