Tendring Technology College

URN: 137188 • Frinton-on-Sea CO13 0AZ

Overview

Name
Tendring Technology College
URN
137188
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
LIFT SCHOOLS
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tom Burt (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01255672116
Website
Visit
Address
Rochford Way, Frinton-on-Sea CO13 0AZ

Summary

Tendring Technology College, located in Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,554 students, against a capacity of 1,980. The college has been recognized for its commitment to improvement, receiving a "Good" rating from Ofsted in May 2025, which highlights the significant progress made in various areas of the school.

The college emphasizes a traditional yet progressive educational ethos, focusing on respect, honesty, and responsibility—referred to as Lift3. The leadership aims to create an engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to enjoy their education while being challenged to think critically and prepare for future opportunities.

Support for students is a priority, with initiatives in place to ensure their well-being and academic success. The school also promotes community involvement and keeps parents informed through regular newsletters and essential updates. For further information, parents can visit the college's website at [tendringtechnologycollege.org](http://tendringtechnologycollege.org/).

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
LIFT SCHOOLS
Capacity
1980
Pupils
1554
Boys
747
Girls
807
FSM %
29.50
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1554 747 807 1980 29.50
2024-09-11 1668 827 841 1980 28.80
2023-09-11 1787 871 916 1980 23.50
2022-09-11 1787 871 916 1980 23.50
2021-09-11 1829 912 917 1980 19.70
2020-09-11 1820 931 889 1980 14.80

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