- Ofsted:Strong standard in every area
Results well above the England average.
37 first choices, 39 offers made
Met the standard at 1184%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 310
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.4
Schools in TQ1
A postcode district in Torbay
- Postcode district
- 21 schools and nurseries
In short: TQ1 is a postcode district in Torbay with 11 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 7 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2111 primary · 2 secondary · 7 nurseries
Top-rated
All TQ1 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in TQ1
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in TQ1
11 in TQ1, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
33 first choices, 25 offers made
Met the standard at 1188%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.3%
- Pupils
- 176
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
20 first choices, 22 offers made
Met the standard at 1183%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.7%
- Pupils
- 368
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.6
Top Secondary Schools in TQ1
2 in TQ1, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
199 first choices, 194 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.6%
- Pupils
- 1,154
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.7
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results below the England average.
75 first choices, 189 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.4%
- Pupils
- 1,001
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
Nurseries in TQ1
7 in TQ1, highest Ofsted grade first
Mama Bear's Day Nursery
Torquay, TQ1 4PA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Abbey School Nursery
Torquay, TQ1 4PR · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Furrough Cross Pre-School
Torquay, TQ1 3SB · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in TQ1
2 in TQ1, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
199 first choices, 194 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.6%
- Pupils
- 1,154
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.7
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results below the England average.
75 first choices, 189 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.4%
- Pupils
- 1,001
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
Special Schools in TQ1
1 in TQ1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Eat That Frog C.I.C
Torquay, TQ1 3DG · Special · 16+ · Ages 16 to 25
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Private Schools in TQ1
1 in TQ1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Abbey School
Torquay, TQ1 4PR · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 128
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in TQ1, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good13
- Not graded yet7
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every TQ1 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
TQ1 has 21 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in TQ1
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Questions
Questions parents ask about TQ1
Nearby areas
How many schools are in TQ1?
TQ1 has 21 schools, including 11 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 7 nurseries, 1 independent school, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in TQ1?
The highest-ranked schools in TQ1 on Eduscope are Torre Church of England Academy, Ilsham Church of England Academy, Warberry CofE Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in TQ1?
There is 1 independent school in TQ1. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in TQ1?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 21 schools in TQ1 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.