Newton Abbot College

URN: 137124 • Newton Abbot TQ12 2NF

Overview

Name
Newton Abbot College
URN
137124
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
IVY EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Amy Grashoff (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01626367335
Website
Visit
Address
Old Exeter Road, Newton Abbot TQ12 2NF

Summary

Newton Abbot College is a mixed secondary academy located in Newton Abbot, Devon, catering to students aged 11-18. With a current enrolment of approximately 1,212 pupils, the college aims to provide a comprehensive education that meets the diverse needs of its students. As part of the Ivy Education Trust, established in 2021, the college benefits from shared resources and best practices among its member schools.

The college is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all students, including disadvantaged pupils, can thrive academically. According to the latest Ofsted report, teachers effectively adapt the curriculum to suit individual learning needs, ensuring that all pupils are well-prepared for their future. The school places a strong emphasis on student well-being, with a zero-tolerance policy towards bullying and a supportive system that encourages students to report any concerns.

Newton Abbot College prioritises high expectations and standards in its educational approach. The curriculum is designed to be broad and ambitious, providing students with a wide range of opportunities to engage and excel. The college's ethos revolves around treating every individual with care and compassion, creating a nurturing community for all learners.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
IVY EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1205
Pupils
1212
Boys
652
Girls
560
FSM %
25.10
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-04-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1212 652 560 1205 25.10
2024-09-11 1283 662 621 1205 22.70
2023-09-11 1337 686 651 1205 18.10
2022-09-11 1337 686 651 1205 18.10
2021-09-11 1332 680 652 1205 16.90
2020-09-11 1257 641 616 1205 13.10

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