Best 3 Not applicable schools in Torbay – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: The Lodestar Academy (Not applicable) in Torquay; Mayfield School (Not applicable) in Torquay; Combe Pafford School (Not applicable) in Torquay — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Lodestar Academy, Mayfield School and Combe Pafford School. They are not applicable phase and academy alternative provision sponsor led, community special school and academy special converter type located around Torquay, Devon. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (The Lodestar Academy), published Jan 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for The Lodestar Academy (Jan 2024). average roll around ≈ 200, combined total ≈ 550, typical FSM 60–65%, range 50–55%–65–70%; all within the The Thinking Schools Academy Trust trust.

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Attribute	The Lodestar Academy TQ2 8JE	Mayfield School TQ2 8NH	Combe Pafford School TQ2 8NL
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy alternative provision sponsor led	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location	Torquay Devon TQ2 8JE	Torquay Devon TQ2 8NH	Torquay Devon TQ2 8NL
Latest Ofsted	2 15 Jan 2024	2 10 Mar 2019	2 11 Feb 2015
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	50–55% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	60–65% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	56	200	262
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	The Thinking Schools Academy Trust	Torbay (880)	Torbay (880)
Website	—	www.mayfieldtorbay.org	—
Telephone	03333602240	01803328375	01803327902
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Lodestar Academy

TQ2 8JE

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy alternative provision sponsor led
Location: Torquay
Devon
TQ2 8JE
Ofsted: 2 15 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
Website: —
Telephone: 03333602240

Mayfield School

TQ2 8NH

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Torquay
Devon
TQ2 8NH
Ofsted: 2 10 Mar 2019
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 50–55% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Torbay (880)
Website: www.mayfieldtorbay.org
Telephone: 01803328375

Combe Pafford School

TQ2 8NL

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Torquay
Devon
TQ2 8NL
Ofsted: 2 11 Feb 2015
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 60–65% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Torbay (880)
Website: —
Telephone: 01803327902

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.