The Spires College

URN: 113526 • Torquay TQ1 3PE

Overview

Name
The Spires College
URN
113526
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Westlands School Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alex Newton (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01803400660
Website
Visit
Address
Westlands Lane, Torquay TQ1 3PE

Summary

The Spires College is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Torquay, serving 1,131 students with a capacity of 1,304. The college prioritises creating a safe and welcoming environment where students can achieve their full potential. Emphasising disruption-free learning, the school upholds clear expectations for student conduct and promotes a culture of academic success and a love for learning.

The college's ethos is built around six key attributes: ambition, diligence, independence, resilience, creativity, and kindness. These values guide both student development and staff professional growth, ensuring that all members of the school community engage in continuous learning. The Spires College encourages participation in a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals prepared for future challenges.

Support for students includes targeted revision sessions, intervention programmes, and resources to aid exam preparation. The college fosters a collaborative environment where students can seek help and guidance, particularly during critical exam periods, ensuring they are well-equipped for their academic journeys.

Key details

LA
Torbay
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Westlands School Trust
Capacity
1304
Pupils
1131
Boys
582
Girls
549
FSM %
30.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1131 582 549 1304 30.30
2024-09-11 1152 571 581 1304 29.80
2023-09-11 1109 549 560 1304 28.70
2022-09-11 1109 549 560 1304 28.70
2021-09-11 1131 553 578 1304 25.80
2020-09-11 1092 513 579 1409 23.50

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