Richard Huish College
URN: 148791 • Taunton TA1 3DZ
Overview
- Name
- Richard Huish College
- URN
- 148791
- Type
- Academy 16-19 converter
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- RICHARD HUISH TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Fielding (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01823320800
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- South Road, Taunton TA1 3DZ
Summary
Richard Huish College is a mixed sixth form academy located in Taunton, Somerset, catering to students aged 16 and above. The college offers a diverse and student-centred education with a broad curriculum that includes over 40 Level 3 courses, a Level 2 Pathway, and vocational options such as Accountancy and Education Apprenticeships. The college emphasizes the importance of student choice and success, ensuring that all decisions made are in the best interest of the students.
In addition to its academic offerings, Richard Huish College provides a supportive environment through various programmes, including the EnRICH initiative, which enhances student life and engagement. The college also offers boarding facilities, making it accessible for students from different regions. Regular open events allow prospective students and parents to explore the range of courses and support services available.
The college is committed to fostering a strong community, encouraging students to excel academically and personally. With a focus on well-being and progression, Richard Huish College aims to prepare students for their future careers and further education.
In addition to its academic offerings, Richard Huish College provides a supportive environment through various programmes, including the EnRICH initiative, which enhances student life and engagement. The college also offers boarding facilities, making it accessible for students from different regions. Regular open events allow prospective students and parents to explore the range of courses and support services available.
The college is committed to fostering a strong community, encouraging students to excel academically and personally. With a focus on well-being and progression, Richard Huish College aims to prepare students for their future careers and further education.
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Nearby alternatives
- Richard Huish College (70.2)
- Somerset College of Arts and Technology (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Somerset
- Age range
- 16 - 19
- Boarders
- College / FE residential accommodation
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- RICHARD HUISH TRUST
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 0
- Boys
- 0
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2021-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-04-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
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