Great Torrington School
Torrington, EX38 7DJ · Devon · secondary school
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24th of 40 secondary schools in Devon we can score, 41 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.9/10 against 873 of them, against 4.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.83 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 41.3 · 41 | 30% | 1.22 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.1 · 42 | 25% | 1.06 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 42.1 · 29 | 10% | 0.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Great Torrington School overview
How it's doing
The school is rated Good by Ofsted (inspected 2022-09). In 2024/25, 35.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 39.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.1 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly worse than nationally matched peers. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.7 out of 10 among them, against 3.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Duke of Edinburgh, the GTS Reading Challenge, Junior Sports Leader programmes, Youth Speaks debating, Young Chef, and Writer of the Year. Sports include equestrian and show jumping. Arts features Great Torrington’s Got Talent, Summer and Christmas Concerts, and the GTS Film Premiere. Trips visit Appledore Book Festival, RHS Rosemoor, Clovelly, and Broomhill Sculpture Gardens.
Getting in
The published school roll is 863 pupils against a stated capacity of 900. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
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What Ofsted said about Great Torrington School
Overview
Great Torrington School continues to be a good school, offering an "ambitious and inclusive curriculum" where pupils are "very positive" about the wide range of opportunities available. Staff are described as "passionate" and "ambitious for every pupil," fostering strong relationships and a culture where pupils feel "happy and safe." The inspection confirms that leaders have a clear vision and that the school provides effective support for all learners, including those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-planned, with pupils regularly revisiting previous learning to "remember their learning" effectively.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "well supported" and "learn confidently" with bespoke interventions.
- There is a "strong culture of safeguarding" with effective arrangements and close collaboration with other agencies.
- Behaviour is generally good, with pupils being "polite and friendly" and following routines without disruption.
- Leaders ensure every pupil improves their reading through tailored programmes, including phonics for those lacking confidence.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure pupils receive feedback in a way that helps them understand "what they need to do next," as some currently do not know how to act on guidance.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders creating a strong culture, providing a welfare room, and ensuring staff receive appropriate training on local and national concerns.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 44.6 |
| 2024/25 | 39.0 |
| 2025/26 | 42.1 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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