Bideford College

URN: 142540 • Bideford EX39 3AR

Overview

Name
Bideford College
URN
142540
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ATHENA LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Ankers (since 2025)
Telephone
01237477611
Website
Visit
Address
Abbotsham Road, Bideford EX39 3AR

Summary

Bideford College is a mixed secondary academy located in Bideford, Devon, with a current enrolment of 1,447 students and a capacity of 2,232. The college is part of the Athena Learning Trust and is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum that prepares students for success in the 21st century. The school emphasizes academic excellence while also offering a variety of extracurricular activities that foster students' sporting, artistic, and technical talents.

The college prides itself on creating a safe and inclusive learning environment, where positive relationships between students and staff are paramount. Bideford College's leadership team, led by Principal Dr. Claire Ankers, focuses on continuous improvement in teaching and learning, ensuring that all students make outstanding progress. The school employs research-led pedagogy to support academic development and personal growth.

In addition to academic support, Bideford College provides resources for students facing exam-related stress, encouraging open communication with teachers. The college aims to empower students through education, instilling knowledge, character, and values that contribute to their overall development and future success.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ATHENA LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
2232
Pupils
1447
Boys
713
Girls
734
FSM %
28.30
Open date
2016-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1447 713 734 2232 28.30
2024-09-11 1456 733 723 2232 26.40
2023-09-11 1380 687 693 2232 23.20
2022-09-11 1380 687 693 2232 23.20
2021-09-11 1303 644 659 2232 19.30
2020-09-11 1251 643 608 2232 20.90

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