Tormead School
Guildford, Surrey, South East · GU1 2JD
Founded in 1905, Tormead is an independent day school for girls in Guildford, educating around 785 pupils from age 4 through to the sixth form. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its most recent inspection an 'excellent' judgement across both educational quality and personal development, with all compliance requirements met. As a non-denominational school of medium size, it combines a broad academic offering with a strong emphasis on individual development, and a sixth form of about 120 students. Notably, almost a third of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting an inclusive approach to differing learning needs.
785
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£24,516
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 4-18
- Pupils
- 785
- Location
- Guildford, Surrey, South East
- Website
- Www.tormeadschool.org.uk
- Telephone
- 01483 575101
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head David Boyd
Latest results
Attainment 8
14.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
83%
A-level A*-A
54%
A-level A*-B
82%
Teaching & academics
Results at the top end are strong: 83% of GCSE grades reached 9-7, and at A-level 54% of entries earned A*-A with 82% at A*-B. The curriculum runs through GCSE and A-level alongside the EPQ, and subject choices are notably wide-ranging, from sciences and economics to classical civilisation, Latin and film studies. Sixth-formers gravitate towards subjects such as psychology, physics, mathematics and English literature, indicating breadth across both the humanities and the sciences.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 120
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 32.04%
- EHC plans
- 0.39%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Popular GCSE subjects
Beyond the classroom
A varied scholarship programme rewards talent well beyond the academic, with awards in art, drama, sport, music and for talented performers. This spread points to a school that takes the creative and sporting life of its pupils seriously alongside their classroom work.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1905
- Religious character
- Inter- / non- denominational
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Tormead is a 'mobile phone no use site' and phones should not be visible when pupils enter the school premises. We ask that phones are secured in lockers during the school day. Sixth form are permitted to use their phone in the sixth form common room only.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,572 - £24,516
Limited entrance and hardship bursaries available
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 15 October 2024
The last word
A well-regarded girls' day school with an ISI 'excellent' rating and genuine breadth in its curriculum and scholarships. Families should weigh annual fees ranging from £13,572 to £24,516, with limited bursaries available.
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Tormead School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Tormead School located?
Tormead School is located at Cranley Road, Guildford, GU1 2JD.
What type of school is Tormead School?
Tormead School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Tormead School?
Tormead School has approximately 785 pupils on roll.
What is Tormead School's inspection rating?
Tormead School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 15 October 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.