Torquay Academy
Torquay Academy is a secondary located in Torbay, TQ2 7NU. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,481 pupils on roll.
Torquay Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Torbay
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1400
Number of Pupils: 1481
Number of Boys: 769
Number of Girls: 712
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 29.0
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-12
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: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2016-09-08
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Margetts
Phone: 01803329351
Website: http://www.tqacademy.co.uk
Location: Cricketfield 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Torquay Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Torquay Academy?
Torquay Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Torquay Academy admit?
Torquay Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Torquay Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Torquay Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Torquay Academy?
Torquay Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Torquay Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Torquay Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Torquay Academy?
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