Best 3 Secondary schools in Torbay – comparison

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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 secondary schools: Torquay Girls' Grammar School (Secondary) in Torquay; Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy (Secondary) in Brixham; Torquay Boys' Grammar School (Secondary) in Torquay — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Torquay Girls' Grammar School, Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy and Torquay Boys' Grammar School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Torquay, Devon and Brixham, Devon. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Torquay Girls' Grammar School), published Dec 2023. The lowest is 2 (Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy), published Dec 2022. The most recent inspection on record is for Torquay Girls' Grammar School (Dec 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,050, combined total ≈ 3,150, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–5–10%; all within the Torquay Boys' Grammar School trust.

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Attribute	Torquay Girls' Grammar School TQ2 7DY	Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy TQ5 0LN	Torquay Boys' Grammar School TQ2 7EL
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Torquay Devon TQ2 7DY	Brixham Devon TQ5 0LN	Torquay Devon TQ2 7EL
Latest Ofsted	1 17 Dec 2023	2 4 Dec 2022	2 14 Nov 2021
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,000 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,000 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1200	982	1160
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Girls	Mixed	Boys
Admissions policy	Selective	Selective	Selective
Trust / Local authority	Torbay (880)	Torbay (880)	Torquay Boys' Grammar School
Website	www.tggsacademy.org	www.churstongrammar.com	www.tbgs.co.uk
Telephone	01803613215	01803842289	01803615501
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Torquay Girls' Grammar School

TQ2 7DY

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Torquay
Devon
TQ2 7DY
Ofsted: 1 17 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Torbay (880)
Website: www.tggsacademy.org
Telephone: 01803613215

Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy

TQ5 0LN

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Brixham
Devon
TQ5 0LN
Ofsted: 2 4 Dec 2022
Pupils: ≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Torbay (880)
Website: www.churstongrammar.com
Telephone: 01803842289

Torquay Boys' Grammar School

TQ2 7EL

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Torquay
Devon
TQ2 7EL
Ofsted: 2 14 Nov 2021
Pupils: ≈ 1,100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Torquay Boys' Grammar School
Website: www.tbgs.co.uk
Telephone: 01803615501

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.

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