Best Primary Schools in Torbay 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 31 schools across Torbay. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

62.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

38.1

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Galmpton Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	70	View school
🥈	Lift Barton Hill Primary	Good	70	View school
🥉	Ilsham Church of England Academy Primary	Good	69	View school
4.	Hayes School Primary	Good	69	View school
5.	Oldway Primary School Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
6.	Torre Church of England Academy Primary	Good	67	View school
7.	Warberry CofE Academy Primary	Good	64	View school
8.	Sherwell Valley Primary School Primary	Good	64	View school
9.	Ellacombe Church of England Academy Primary	Good	62	View school
10.	St Marychurch Church of England Primary and Nursery School Primary	Good	61	View school
11.	Roselands Primary School Primary	Good	61	View school
12.	Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	61	View school
13.	Curledge Street Academy Primary	Good	58	View school
14.	Eden Park Primary & Nursery School Primary	Good	58	View school
15.	St Margaret's Academy Primary	Good	58	View school
16.	Homelands Primary School Primary	Good	58	View school
17.	Preston Primary School Primary	Good	57	View school
18.	Furzeham Primary School Primary	Good	57	View school
19.	All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School Primary	Good	56	View school
20.	White Rock Primary School Primary	Good	56	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Torbay?

There are 31 primary schools in Torbay, of which 2 (6%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Torbay?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Torbay is Galmpton Church of England Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Torbay?

Primary and secondary school applications in Torbay are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Torbay council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Torbay?

6% of primary schools in Torbay are rated Outstanding and 74% are rated Good. 78.7% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.