Dartmouth Academy

URN: 136200 • Dartmouth TQ6 9HW

Overview

Name
Dartmouth Academy
URN
136200
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
EDUCATION SOUTH WEST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Girardot (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01803839700
Website
Visit
Address
Milton Lane, Dartmouth TQ6 9HW

Summary

Dartmouth Academy is a mixed all-through academy located in Dartmouth, Devon, accommodating 452 pupils with a capacity of 810. The school’s mission, "Be your best self," reflects its commitment to fostering a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported. The academy prioritises long-lasting relationships with pupils and their families, aiming to create a community where individual needs are recognised and addressed.

The curriculum at Dartmouth Academy is designed to be aspirational, promoting the core values of courage, compassion, and ambition. These values guide the learning experience, encouraging pupils to engage actively in their education and personal development. The school believes that success is defined not just by ability, but by effort and resilience, instilling these principles from the Early Years Foundation Stage onwards.

Dartmouth Academy also places a strong emphasis on mental health and wellbeing, recognising its critical role in academic success. The school has a dedicated team of mental health professionals and offers comprehensive support programs to ensure that both students and staff can thrive in a positive environment.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
EDUCATION SOUTH WEST
Capacity
810
Pupils
452
Boys
228
Girls
224
FSM %
27.40
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 452 228 224 810 27.40
2024-09-11 432 219 213 810 21.40
2023-09-11 405 191 214 810 19.70
2022-09-11 405 191 214 810 19.70
2021-09-11 432 205 227 810 19.20
2020-09-11 402 200 202 810 14.70

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