Schools in Torquay
Torquay has 24 schools: 17 primary and 7 secondary or all-through. 87% of the 23 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, Torquay Boys' Grammar School has the highest Attainment 8 score (70.0 in 2026). Among primary schools, Ilsham Church of England Academy has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (88% in 2025).
- 26 schools
- 7 secondary
- 17 primary
Secondary Schools in Torquay
Ranked by Attainment 8, the average GCSE score per pupil. Progress 8 is from the latest year published.
| # | School | Ofsted | Attainment 8 | Progress 8 | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Torquay Boys' Grammar School | Expected standard | 70.0 (2026) | +0.34 (2024) | 1,087 |
| 2 | Torquay Girls' Grammar School | Outstanding | 68.4 (2026) | +0.37 (2024) | 1,058 |
| 3 | Torquay Academy | Good | 48.7 (2026) | +0.03 (2024) | 1,472 |
| 4 | The Spires College | Good | 45.1 (2026) | -0.15 (2024) | 1,154 |
| 5 | St Cuthbert Mayne School | Good | 42.0 (2026) | -0.75 (2024) | 1,001 |
| 6 | Combe Pafford School | Good | – | – | 239 |
| 7 | Mayfield School | Good | – | – | 304 |
Primary Schools in Torquay
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.
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