Best 3 Secondary schools in Torquay – comparison

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Comparison of secondary schools: Torquay Girls' Grammar School (Secondary) in Torquay; Torquay Boys' Grammar School (Secondary) in Torquay; The Spires College (Secondary) in Torquay — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Torquay Girls' Grammar School, Torquay Boys' Grammar School and The Spires College. They are secondary phase and academy converter and foundation school type located around Torquay, Devon. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Torquay Girls' Grammar School), published Dec 2023. The lowest is 2 (Torquay Boys' Grammar School), published Nov 2021. The most recent inspection on record is for Torquay Girls' Grammar School (Dec 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,100, combined total ≈ 3,250, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–30–35%; all within the Torquay Boys' Grammar School trust.

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Attribute	Torquay Girls' Grammar School TQ2 7DY	Torquay Boys' Grammar School TQ2 7EL	The Spires College TQ1 3PE
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Foundation school
Location	Torquay Devon TQ2 7DY	Torquay Devon TQ2 7EL	Torquay Devon TQ1 3PE
Latest Ofsted	1 17 Dec 2023	2 14 Nov 2021	2 17 May 2017
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,000 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1200	1160	1304
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Girls	Boys	Mixed
Admissions policy	Selective	Selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Torbay (880)	Torquay Boys' Grammar School	Torbay (880)
Website	www.tggsacademy.org	www.tbgs.co.uk	thespirescollege.com
Telephone	01803613215	01803615501	01803400660
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Torquay Girls' Grammar School

TQ2 7DY

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Torquay
Devon
TQ2 7DY
Ofsted: 1 17 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Torbay (880)
Website: www.tggsacademy.org
Telephone: 01803613215

Torquay Boys' Grammar School

TQ2 7EL

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Torquay
Devon
TQ2 7EL
Ofsted: 2 14 Nov 2021
Pupils: ≈ 1,100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Torquay Boys' Grammar School
Website: www.tbgs.co.uk
Telephone: 01803615501

The Spires College

TQ1 3PE

Phase / Type: Secondary • Foundation school
Location: Torquay
Devon
TQ1 3PE
Ofsted: 2 17 May 2017
Pupils: ≈ 1,150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Torbay (880)
Website: thespirescollege.com
Telephone: 01803400660

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.