Torquay Girls' Grammar School
Torquay, Devon, South West · TQ2 7DY
An Outstanding rating across every Ofsted category - from quality of education to sixth form - puts Torquay Girls' Grammar among the most consistently strong schools in the South West. This selective state grammar educates just over 1,000 girls in Torquay, with room for around 180 more before it reaches its 1,200 capacity. Inspectors judged behaviour, leadership and personal development all to be of the highest standard, suggesting a well-ordered environment that pays attention to the whole pupil, not only results.
1,021
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
150
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,021
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 19.5
- Location
- Torquay, Devon, South West
- Website
- www.tggsacademy.org
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Torbay grammar schools
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths
- Places (PAN)
- 150
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Application deadlineNext
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
68.6
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
90%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The academic record here is exceptional by national measures. The school's Attainment 8 score of 68.6 sits far above the national average of 46.9, and 90% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. Combined with an Outstanding judgement for sixth form, this points to a school that stretches able girls all the way through to university entry.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 6.46%
- EHC plans
- 0.1%
- English as additional language
- 6.1%
- Free school meals
- 5.3%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 1 November 2023
The last word
A girls' grammar with Outstanding marks straight down the line and academic results to match. Families prepared for the GL Assessment 11+ in English and Maths will find a genuinely high-performing option.
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Torquay Girls' Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Torquay Girls' Grammar School located?
Torquay Girls' Grammar School is located at 30 Shiphay Lane, Torquay, TQ2 7DY.
What type of school is Torquay Girls' Grammar School?
Torquay Girls' Grammar School is a state grammar school in South West.
What subjects does Torquay Girls' Grammar School test in the 11+?
Torquay Girls' Grammar School tests English and Maths at 11+.
Which exam board does Torquay Girls' Grammar School use for the 11+?
Torquay Girls' Grammar School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
How do I apply to Torquay Girls' Grammar School?
For 2027 entry, the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are Torquay Girls' Grammar School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Torquay Girls' Grammar School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Torquay Girls' Grammar School belong to?
Torquay Girls' Grammar School is part of the Torbay grammar schools consortium.
How many places does Torquay Girls' Grammar School offer?
Torquay Girls' Grammar School has a published admission number of 150 places.
How many pupils attend Torquay Girls' Grammar School?
Torquay Girls' Grammar School has approximately 1,021 pupils on roll.
What is Torquay Girls' Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Torquay Girls' Grammar School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 1 November 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.