Shiphay Learning Academy

About Shiphay Learning Academy

Shiphay Learning Academy is an academy converter in Torquay, Torbay, England, for pupils aged 3–11. It has 416 pupils on roll. It is part of RIVIERA EDUCATION TRUST. At the end of Key Stage 2, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 17.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 8.8% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority

Torbay →

School Type

Academy converter

Phase

Primary

Age Range

Ages 3–11

Gender

Mixed

Pupils / Capacity

416 / 420 (99%)

Nursery

Has Nursery Classes

Religious Character

Does not apply

Last Ofsted Inspection

22 October 2024

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address

Exe Hill, Torquay, Torbay, TQ2 7NF

Phone

01803613556

Headteacher

Kate Lee

Website

www.shiphay.com

Academy Trust

Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Shiphay Learning Academy?

Shiphay Learning Academy is an academy converter in Torquay, Torbay, England, for pupils aged 3–11.

How many pupils does Shiphay Learning Academy have?

Shiphay Learning Academy has 416 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

How does Shiphay Learning Academy perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

66% of pupils at Shiphay Learning Academy met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is Shiphay Learning Academy part of an academy trust?

Yes — Shiphay Learning Academy is part of RIVIERA EDUCATION TRUST.

Where is Shiphay Learning Academy?

Shiphay Learning Academy is located at Exe Hill, Torquay, Torbay, TQ2 7NF.