Great Torrington School

URN: 137228 • Torrington EX38 7DJ

Overview

Name
Great Torrington School
URN
137228
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GTS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Bloodworth (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01805623531
Website
Visit
Address
Calvesford Road, Torrington EX38 7DJ

Summary

Great Torrington School is a mixed secondary academy located in Torrington, Devon, with a current enrolment of 887 pupils and a capacity of 900. The school prides itself on being fully inclusive and aims to meet the diverse needs of its students and their families. The ethos of the school emphasizes personal growth alongside academic achievement, encouraging pupils to dream, believe, and achieve throughout their educational journey.

The school promotes a holistic approach to education, focusing on the wider personal development of each student. Core values such as respect, resilience, and responsibility shape the school community, fostering healthy relationships and encouraging pupils to adopt a healthy lifestyle. Great Torrington School is committed to providing equal opportunities for all, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing society.

For families considering enrollment, Great Torrington School offers a clear admissions process, including policies for secondary transfer and in-year admissions. The school also provides support for students with special educational needs, ensuring that all children have the opportunity for a successful start in life.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
GTS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
900
Pupils
887
Boys
461
Girls
426
FSM %
24.60
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 887 461 426 900 24.60
2024-09-11 875 440 435 900 21.40
2023-09-11 816 430 386 900 16.40
2022-09-11 816 430 386 900 16.40
2021-09-11 804 433 371 900 14.40
2020-09-11 736 380 356 900 11.00

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