Ellacombe Church of England Academy

URN: 138047 • Torquay TQ1 1TG

Overview

Name
Ellacombe Church of England Academy
URN
138047
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNING ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP (SOUTH WEST)
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Helm (since 2025) , Executive Head
Telephone
01803293040
Website
Visit
Address
Ellacombe Church Road, Torquay TQ1 1TG

Summary

Ellacombe Church of England Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Torquay, with a current enrolment of 347 pupils and a capacity for 420. The school is part of The Learning Academy Partnership, a Multi Academy Trust that emphasizes inclusivity and community support. At Ellacombe, the Christian ethos is central to the school's values, which include Love, Hope, Trust, Perseverance, and Stewardship. These values guide the school's approach to nurturing each child's unique potential.

The curriculum at Ellacombe is designed to be rich and engaging, complemented by a variety of extra-curricular activities that encourage holistic development. The school prioritizes collaboration with families, fostering strong partnerships to enhance the educational experience. Parents are invited to participate in events such as Celebration Worship and community gatherings, reinforcing the school's commitment to a supportive environment.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (44.5%), Ellacombe is dedicated to ensuring equity and access to resources for all students. The school aims to create a caring and inspiring atmosphere where children can thrive academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Torbay
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LEARNING ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP (SOUTH WEST)
Capacity
420
Pupils
347
Boys
167
Girls
180
FSM %
44.50
Open date
2012-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 347 167 180 420 44.50
2024-09-11 381 182 199 420 41.40
2023-09-11 399 184 215 420 43.00
2022-09-11 399 184 215 420 43.00
2021-09-11 397 182 215 420 46.50
2020-09-11 412 197 215 420 38.50

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