Torquay Girls' Grammar School

URN: 136506 • Torquay TQ2 7DY

Overview

Name
Torquay Girls' Grammar School
URN
136506
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
TORQUAY GIRLS' GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Forster (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01803613215
Website
Visit
Address
30 Shiphay Lane, Torquay TQ2 7DY

Summary

Torquay Girls' Grammar School (TGGS) is an academy converter located in Torquay, Devon, with a current enrolment of 1,021 pupils and a capacity of 1,200. The school has a strong academic reputation, consistently achieving outstanding ratings from Ofsted across all categories. TGGS focuses on fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to excel academically while also developing essential character skills such as leadership, teamwork, and creativity.

The curriculum at TGGS is designed to promote both academic success and personal growth, with a wide range of extracurricular activities and trips that enhance learning experiences. Students engage in various activities, from local excursions to international adventures, which aim to broaden their horizons and build confidence. The school’s strong house culture fosters a sense of community and belonging, allowing students to participate in events that promote teamwork and school spirit.

TGGS prioritises pastoral care, ensuring that staff are attentive to the individual needs of students in a smaller school setting. This approach helps create a secure and nurturing atmosphere where girls can thrive both academically and socially, preparing them for future opportunities in higher education and beyond.

Key details

LA
Torbay
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
TORQUAY GIRLS' GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1021
Boys
0
Girls
1021
FSM %
5.30
Open date
2011-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1021 0 1021 1200 5.30
2024-09-11 1007 0 1007 1200 5.30
2023-09-11 990 0 990 900 3.40
2022-09-11 990 0 990 900 3.40
2021-09-11 990 0 990 900 5.40
2020-09-11 992 0 992 900 4.60

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