MOUNTS BAY SCHOOL in Cornwall, Penzance

Education Centre Information: Mounts Bay School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Cornwall
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 30/06/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: Has Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Total Pupils: 892
Number of boys: 462
Number of girls: 430
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-16
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Mounts Bay is a comprehensive community school for pupils aged 11'16. The school is situated to the north of Penzance and serves principally the rural area of Penwith, and the town of Penzance. In September 2003, the school became a Specialist Community Sports College. It offers a rich programme of clubs and activities which include various sports such as cross-country, hockey, rugby, netball, basketball, tennis, badminton, soccer, rounders, athletics and cricket and other clubs such as technology club, computer club, ICT study support, art club, drama club, dance club, chess club and debating club. It also offers various environmental and outdoor activities, which include Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, surfing, mountain biking, rock climbing, canoeing and gig rowing. The school has been awarded the prestigious 'Sportsmark' award by Sport England recognising good practice. It has also received 'Artsmark Gold' during 2004 for the excellent quantity and quality of its work in the arts. The school is dedicated to raising aspirations, promoting lifelong learning and a healthy lifestyle, in an environment where all individuals matter.