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.

Torbay has 31 primary schools, of which 2 (6%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted and a further 28 rated Good — 97% of primary schools in Torbay are rated Good or Outstanding overall. Galmpton Church of England Primary School currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Torbay follow the national calendar: 31 October for Year 7 secondary entry and 15 January for Reception primary entry. Offers go out on 1 March and 16 April respectively.

31
Total schools
2
Outstanding
6%
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
 Outstanding 93 View school
🥈 Ilsham Church of England Academy
Primary
 Good 84 View school
🥉 Torre Church of England Academy
Primary
 Good 82 View school
4. Warberry CofE Academy
Primary
 Good 82 View school
5. St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School
Primary
 Good 80 View school
6. St Michael's Church of England Academy
Primary
 Good 80 View school
7. Sherwell Valley Primary School
Primary
 Good 78 View school
8. Lift Barton Hill
Primary
 Good 77 View school
9. Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School
Primary
 Good 77 View school
10. Ellacombe Church of England Academy
Primary
 Good 76 View school
11. Eden Park Primary & Nursery School
Primary
 Good 75 View school
12. Oldway Primary School
Primary
 Good 73 View school
13. Furzeham Primary School
Primary
 Good 72 View school
14. Curledge Street Academy
Primary
 Good 71 View school
15. Kings Ash Academy
Primary
 Good 70 View school
16. Preston Primary School
Primary
 Good 70 View school
17. Brixham Church of England Primary School
Primary
 Good 69 View school
18. Homelands Primary School
Primary
 Good 69 View school
19. Roselands Primary School
Primary
 Good 69 View school
20. Sacred Heart Catholic School
Primary
 Good 68 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 90% 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.