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
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.
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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Nearby alternatives
- Richard Huish College (67.2)
- Somerset College of Arts and Technology (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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