Paignton Academy

URN: 138863 • Paignton TQ3 3WA

Overview

Name
Paignton Academy
URN
138863
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
49.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Derwyn Williams (since 2025)
Telephone
01803403005
Website
Visit
Address
Waterleat Road, Paignton TQ3 3WA

Summary

Paignton Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Paignton, Torbay, serving approximately 1,582 students aged 11 to 16. As a member of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, the school operates across two sites—Waterleat Road and Borough Road—while maintaining a unified educational approach. The academy emphasizes a disciplined yet supportive environment aimed at fostering academic, social, cultural, and emotional development.

The school's ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Believe and Achieve – We Care," which reflects its commitment to community, ambition, relationships, and excellence. Paignton Academy strives to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. The curriculum focuses on cognitive education, employing various tools and techniques to enhance lasting learning.

Recent exam results indicate a Progress 8 score of -0.3, with 20% of students achieving 5+ in English and Maths. The academy boasts a high percentage (96%) of students continuing in education or employment after Key Stage 4, highlighting its dedication to transforming life chances for all students.

Key details

LA
Torbay
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1590
Pupils
1582
Boys
865
Girls
717
FSM %
32.60
Open date
2012-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1582 865 717 1590 32.60
2024-09-11 1528 834 694 1590 30.40
2023-09-11 1448 770 678 1590 28.60
2022-09-11 1448 770 678 1590 28.60
2021-09-11 1398 735 663 1590 26.10
2020-09-11 1374 740 634 1590 21.50

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