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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Join Senior School (sen)
- Senior School (sen)
- GCSE Exam Results (sen)
- GCSE Curriculum (sen)
- Key Stage 3 Curriculum (sen)
- Open Events & Visits (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- Event Box Office (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Somerset Progressive School (55.7)
- Selworthy Special School (54.0)
- Sky College (52.8)
- Cambian Somerset School (51.0)
- Park House School (50.9)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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