Tavistock College
Tavistock College is a secondary located in Devon, PL19 8DD. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,297 pupils on roll.
Tavistock College is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Devon
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1982
Number of Pupils: 1297
Number of Boys: 670
Number of Girls: 627
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 23.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-02
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-06-13
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Buchanan
Phone: 01822614231
Website: http://tavistockcollege.org
Location: Crowndale Road
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tavistock College
What is the Ofsted rating of Tavistock College?
Tavistock College has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Tavistock College admit?
Tavistock College admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Tavistock College a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Tavistock College is a mixed school.
What type of school is Tavistock College?
Tavistock College is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Tavistock College?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Tavistock College on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Tavistock College?
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