Abbey School
Abbey School is an independent school in Torquay for pupils aged 2 to 11. It has 128 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Abbey School is Good, from an inspection in December 2013.
Ofsted inspection: December 2013.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Hampton Court Fore Street St Marychurch Torquay Devon TQ1 4PR |
| Reference Number | 113566 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 128 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.22%
Girls: 50.78% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Abbey School is performing well overall, with a solid foundation in both academic and personal development. The school has shown consistent good achievement among its pupils, who consistently perform above the national standards. The teaching quality is generally good, with some outstanding examples observed. Pupils, including those with special educational needs, make strong progress from their starting points, and their behaviour is commendable, reflecting a positive learning environment. The leadership has evolved positively since the last inspection, showing ambition and support for both staff and pupils.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 19 Nov 2013 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 Nov 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 19 May 2010 | Light touch inspection |
| 10 Oct 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils consistently achieve above national standards.
- Excellent relationships between teachers and pupils.
- Outstanding behaviour and personal development of pupils.
- Highly effective leadership and management.
- Rich and diverse curriculum promoting key skills.
Areas for Improvement
- Data on individual pupil progress is not always effectively utilized by teachers.
- Inconsistent implementation of the school's marking policy.
In 2025–26, 16.4% of pupils at Abbey School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.8% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Abbey School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Abbey School is Good, from an inspection in December 2013.
When was Abbey School last inspected by Ofsted?
Abbey School was last inspected in December 2013.
How many pupils does Abbey School have?
Abbey School has 128 pupils on roll.
What age range does Abbey School cover?
Abbey School for pupils aged 2 to 11.
Where is Abbey School?
Abbey School is at Hampton Court, Fore Street, St Marychurch, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4PR.
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