Torquay Boys' Grammar School

URN: 113556 • Torquay TQ2 7EL

Overview

Name
Torquay Boys' Grammar School
URN
113556
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Boys
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Roy Pike (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Shiphay Manor Drive, Torquay TQ2 7EL

Summary

Torquay Boys' Grammar School (TBGS) is a foundation secondary school located in Torquay, with a capacity of 1,331 boys. Established in 1904, the school has a strong academic reputation, consistently ranking among the top boys' schools in the UK. The school promotes a well-rounded education, emphasising core values of excellence, leadership, and integrity through a diverse curriculum and a supportive house system.

The school day runs from 8:45 AM to 3:30 PM, featuring five one-hour teaching periods and a variety of extracurricular activities during lunch and after school. TBGS offers extensive support across all subjects, with numerous clubs and societies catering to a wide range of interests, including outdoor pursuits like the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

In terms of academic performance, TBGS boasts impressive GCSE and sixth-form results, with high pass rates and a significant proportion of students progressing to Russell Group universities. The school fosters a collaborative community involving dedicated staff and supportive parents, ensuring that students are well-prepared for successful futures.

Key details

LA
Torbay
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1331
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2010-10-31
Last Ofsted
2007-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1331
2024-09-11 1331
2023-09-11 1331
2022-09-11 1331
2021-09-11 1331
2020-09-11 1331

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