Tavistock College
URN: 145336 • Tavistock PL19 8DD
Overview
- Name
- Tavistock College
- URN
- 145336
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- DARTMOOR MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 40.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Buchanan (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01822614231
- Website
- Visit Tavistock College website
- Address
-
Crowndale Road, Tavistock PL19 8DD
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Summary
Tavistock College is a mixed secondary academy located in Tavistock, Devon, with a current enrolment of approximately 1,270 students and a capacity of 1,982. The college is committed to fostering a supportive community where every student is encouraged to achieve their potential. The ethos of the college emphasizes care, challenge, and excellence, ensuring that students feel secure and valued in their learning environment.
The curriculum at Tavistock College is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Sciences, and various vocational studies. This comprehensive approach aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for future opportunities. The college also prioritises personal development and social responsibility, preparing students to contribute positively to society.
Safeguarding and student welfare are paramount at Tavistock College, with dedicated staff, including the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all students. The college actively engages with the local community, reinforcing its commitment to serving the needs of its students and their families. For more information, parents can visit the college's website.
The curriculum at Tavistock College is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Sciences, and various vocational studies. This comprehensive approach aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for future opportunities. The college also prioritises personal development and social responsibility, preparing students to contribute positively to society.
Safeguarding and student welfare are paramount at Tavistock College, with dedicated staff, including the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all students. The college actively engages with the local community, reinforcing its commitment to serving the needs of its students and their families. For more information, parents can visit the college's website.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Open Events (calendar)
- College Prospectus (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Policies (other)
- Sixth Form admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Tavistock College (62.9)
Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- DARTMOOR MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1982
- Pupils
- 1270
- Boys
- 661
- Girls
- 609
- FSM %
- 23.90
- Open date
- 2018-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1270 | 661 | 609 | 1982 | 23.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1297 | 670 | 627 | 1982 | 23.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1371 | 688 | 683 | 1982 | 20.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1371 | 688 | 683 | 1982 | 20.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1379 | 697 | 682 | 1982 | 18.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1356 | 693 | 663 | 1982 | 13.60 |
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