Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy
School summary
Academic results set Churston Ferrers apart: at this selective state grammar in Brixham, an Attainment 8 score of 71.2 sits well above the national average of 46.9, and 96% of pupils secure grade 5 or higher in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. The school is large, with roughly 1,016 pupils on roll, and at present it runs slightly above its stated capacity of 982. Ofsted judged every area Good at its most recent inspection, including the sixth form, behaviour and leadership. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 17, it offers a strong all-round option for families seeking selective state education in Torbay.
How hard is it to get in?
Competitive · 2 of 5 on the Passmate scale. Demand exceeds the 150 Year 7 places in most years, though less sharply than at the most oversubscribed schools.
Where every mark matters.
Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
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Latest results
Attainment 8
71.2
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
96%
National average 47%
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Good
- Last inspected
- 18 October 2022
Teaching & academics
The headline figures point to consistently high achievement across the cohort, not just at the top end. An Attainment 8 of 71.2 and a 96% grade 5+ pass rate in English and Maths both comfortably exceed national averages. Ofsted rated quality of education and the sixth form as Good, suggesting solid teaching from Year 7 through to A level.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 4.53%
- EHC plans
- 1.18%
- English as additional language
- 3.2%
- Free school meals
- 9.3%
Schools nearby
Torquay Boys' Grammar School
Torquay, South West
Torquay Girls' Grammar School
Torquay, South West
Plymouth High School for Girls
Plymouth, South West
Devonport High School for Girls
Plymouth, South West
Devonport High School for Boys
Plymouth, South West
Colyton Grammar School
Colyton, South West
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A high-performing mixed grammar where strong outcomes are matched by Good Ofsted ratings across the board. Worth a close look for academically able children in the Torbay area.
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Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy 11+: frequently asked questions
Passmate rating: benchmarked against every selective school in England using official admissions data. It measures demand for places, not school quality. Updated July 2026.
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.