Richard Huish College

URN: 130808 • Taunton TA1 3DZ

Overview

Name
Richard Huish College
URN
130808
Type
Further education
Phase
16 plus
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Abbott (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
Website
Address
South Road, Taunton TA1 3DZ

Summary

Richard Huish College, located in Taunton, Somerset, is a mixed sixth form college offering further education for students aged 16 and above. The college provides a diverse curriculum with over 40 Level 3 courses, as well as opportunities for students to engage in Level 2 pathways, apprenticeships, and adult learning qualifications. The college is committed to a student-centred approach, ensuring that all decisions are made with the students' best interests in mind.

The college also emphasizes community involvement through its EnRICH programmes, which enhance the educational experience by allowing students to participate in various activities beyond the standard curriculum. Regular open events, including an Autumn Open Morning and Evening, provide prospective students and their families with insights into the range of courses available, including A Levels, vocational studies, and GCSE resits.

Additionally, Richard Huish College offers boarding facilities, fostering a supportive environment for students who may benefit from living on campus. The college's ethos is reflected in its commitment to academic excellence, as demonstrated by the recent achievements of its biology students in national competitions.

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Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
16 - 99
Boarders
College / FE residential accommodation
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2021-09-30
Last Ofsted
2007-10-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

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

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