Queen's College

URN: 123913 • Taunton TA1 4QS

Overview

Name
Queen's College
URN
123913
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Methodist
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
43.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julian Noad (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01823272559
Website
Visit
Address
Trull Road, Taunton TA1 4QS

Summary

Queen's College, located in Taunton, Somerset, is an independent mixed school with a current enrolment of 649 pupils, accommodating a maximum of 716. Established in 1843, it is the oldest school in Taunton and has a long-standing commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive community. The school emphasises the importance of nurturing each pupil's potential, ensuring that all students, regardless of age or ability, receive personalised educational support.

The curriculum at Queen's College is designed to promote academic excellence alongside personal development. With a strong focus on developing thoughtful, confident, and resilient young people, the school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities, exceeding 100 options, to enrich students' educational experiences. This holistic approach prepares pupils for future challenges and encourages them to embrace a global perspective.

Queen's College prides itself on creating a positive and respectful environment where mutual support is paramount. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to guide each child's educational journey, ensuring that pupil happiness and well-being are at the forefront of the school's ethos.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
716
Pupils
649
Boys
306
Girls
343
FSM %
Open date
1919-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 649 306 343 716
2024-09-11 651 305 346 716
2023-09-11 532 263 269 716 0.00
2022-09-11 532 263 269 716 0.00
2021-09-11 535 269 266 716 0.00
2020-09-11 667 337 330 716 0.00

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