Torre Church of England Academy
TORQUAY, TQ1 4DN · Torbay · primary school
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2nd of 30 primary schools in Torbay we can score, 31 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.6/10 against 2,630 of them, against 9.0/10 nationally. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 84.0 · 93 | 40% | 3.72 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Torre Church of England Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 84.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. A further 16.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in January 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Rock Steady club and lunchtime choir, learn violin, samba, ukulele, guitar, piano, or drumming, and take part in swimming. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 310 pupils against a stated capacity of 341. 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.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the new Ofsted framework affect daily teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Torre Church of England Academy
Overview
Torre Church of England Academy is described as a school where pupils achieve well and are "happy, kind and eager to learn." The report highlights a "calm, purposeful atmosphere" and strong leadership that ensures high expectations for attendance, behaviour, and academic outcomes across all pupil groups.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve above national averages in reading, writing, and mathematics, with disadvantaged pupils also performing well.
- Attendance is a strength, sitting above national averages, supported by leaders who "challenge absence in a supportive, respectful way."
- The curriculum is "ambitious and research‑informed," helping pupils build secure knowledge and develop character and independence.
- Staff know pupils as individuals, providing swift, targeted support for those with special educational needs or additional barriers.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils engaging in community service and experiences that "raise pupils’ aspirations and broaden their understanding of the world."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should further enhance work to ensure the most disadvantaged pupils are "exceptionally well prepared for their next stage of their education and future success."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 76% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 84% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 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
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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