Preston Bridge School
URN: 148621 • TQ3 2AF
Overview
- Name
- Preston Bridge School
- URN
- 148621
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ben Loughran (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01803926555
- Website
- Visit Preston Bridge School website
- Address
-
1 Lower Polsham Road, TQ3 2AF
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Summary
Preston Bridge School is an independent special school located in Torbay, catering to students aged 6 to 19 with a range of needs, including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, SLCN, SPLD, and MLD. The school currently has 65 pupils enrolled, with a capacity of 115. It aims to provide a supportive and nurturing environment where students can thrive and redefine their educational experience.
The school employs a project-based curriculum that encourages collaboration and real-world learning. Students work in small groups on topics of interest, allowing them to take ownership of their learning and develop essential skills for the 21st century. The curriculum also includes accredited qualifications, such as GCSEs and vocational courses, preparing students for their future pathways in education, employment, and independent living.
Preston Bridge School places a strong emphasis on personal development and well-being, integrating PSHE, SMSC, RSE, and FBV into the curriculum. The school is committed to providing tailored support and guidance to each student, ensuring they are well-prepared for life beyond school.
The school employs a project-based curriculum that encourages collaboration and real-world learning. Students work in small groups on topics of interest, allowing them to take ownership of their learning and develop essential skills for the 21st century. The curriculum also includes accredited qualifications, such as GCSEs and vocational courses, preparing students for their future pathways in education, employment, and independent living.
Preston Bridge School places a strong emphasis on personal development and well-being, integrating PSHE, SMSC, RSE, and FBV into the curriculum. The school is committed to providing tailored support and guidance to each student, ensuring they are well-prepared for life beyond school.
Useful links
- Academic Calendar (calendar)
- Virtual Tour (other)
- Library Catalogue (other)
- Home (other)
- About Us (other)
- Frequently Asked Questions (other)
- School Information (other)
- The Spaghetti Bridge Mission (other)
- Career Opportunities (other)
- Research (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Mayfield School (63.2)
- Eat That Frog C.I.C (60.2)
- Gramercy Hall School (60.2)
- Combe Pafford School (55.6)
- Buckfast Abbey School (52.5)
Key details
- LA
- Torbay
- Age range
- 6 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 115
- Pupils
- 65
- Boys
- 49
- Girls
- 16
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2021-07-26
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 65 | 49 | 16 | 115 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 47 | 32 | 15 | 115 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 19 | 9 | 10 | 75 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 19 | 9 | 10 | 45 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 45 |
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