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Torlands Academy

Merrivale Road, St Thomas, Exeter, EX4 1PT

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Good

Feb 2024

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West Exe School

1.33 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group

1.5 km away · Further education

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About Torlands Academy

Torlands Academy is a secondary school in Exeter, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). The school has around 1 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Merrivale Road, Exeter, EX4 1PT | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Torlands Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jun 2025 — Good (predecessor: Stansfield Academy)
Nov 2024 — Good (predecessor: River Dart Academy)
Jun 2024 — Taking effective action towards the removal… (predecessor: River Dart Academy)
Feb 2024 — Good
Sept 2023 — Taking effective action towards the removal… (predecessor: River Dart Academy)
Jan 2023 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Stansfield Academy)
Jan 2023 — Requires improvement (predecessor: The Shoreline Academy)
Jan 2023 — Inadequate (predecessor: River Dart Academy)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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What is Torlands Academy's Ofsted rating?

Torlands Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

Where is Torlands Academy located?

Torlands Academy is a secondary school in Exeter, Devon (EX4 1PT).

How many pupils attend Torlands Academy?

Torlands Academy has around 1 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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