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Torquay Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Torquay Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Torquay, Torbay , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1453 pupils, and a capacity of 1400 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,453

Pupils

1,400

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Torquay Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Torquay Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Torbay. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1453 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1400 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Torbay before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Torquay Academy — School Information

Full address
Cricketfield Road, Torquay, TQ2 7NU
Local authority
Torbay
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
31.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138370

Other Secondary Schools in Torquay

If Torquay Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Torquay are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Torquay Academy

Is Torquay Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Torquay Academy currently has 1453 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1400 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Torquay Academy?

Admission to Torquay Academy is managed by Torbay. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Torquay Academy cover?

Torquay Academy is a secondary school in Torquay, Torbay, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Torquay Academy?

Torquay Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.