Torre Church of England Academy

URN: 140092 • TORQUAY TQ1 4DN

Overview

Name
Torre Church of England Academy
URN
140092
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE ACADEMIES FOR CHARACTER AND EXCELLENCE
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Laura Kendell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01803324007
Website
Visit
Address
Barton Road, TORQUAY TQ1 4DN

Summary

Torre Church of England Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Torquay, Devon, with a current enrolment of 321 pupils and a capacity of 341. The school operates under the ethos of "We live life in all its fullness," inspired by the teachings of the Bible. This vision underpins the school's commitment to nurturing each child's character and abilities, ensuring they thrive both academically and personally.

The curriculum at Torre is designed to cultivate essential skills and values through a holistic approach, incorporating the Character Gateways of Citizenship, Leadership, Expression, Explorers, and Flourishing. This framework encourages pupils to engage in meaningful learning experiences, fostering a sense of community and responsibility towards others. The school places a strong emphasis on physical and mental well-being, providing opportunities for physical activity and mindfulness practices throughout the school day.

Torre Church of England Academy is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where children can grow, learn, and contribute positively to their local community. The school welcomes parental involvement and encourages visits to foster a collaborative relationship with families.

Key details

LA
Torbay
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE ACADEMIES FOR CHARACTER AND EXCELLENCE
Capacity
341
Pupils
321
Boys
163
Girls
158
FSM %
26.20
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-07-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 321 163 158 341 26.20
2024-09-11 313 154 159 341 27.60
2023-09-11 339 169 170 341 27.20
2022-09-11 339 169 170 341 27.20
2021-09-11 344 170 174 341 21.90
2020-09-11 351 177 174 341 18.00

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