Bideford College

Devon, United Kingdom


Location: Devon, United Kingdom
Type: Mainstream School
Phase: Secondary with sixth form
Funding status: State - Academy
Gender: Mixed
Age range: 11 - 18 years

About Bideford College

Bideford College is a mixed, comprehensive, non-denominational secondary school with sixth form situated in Bideford, Devon. In March 2016, the school opened as a new academy sponsored by Launceston College Multi Academy Trust. Children can attend off-site education at North Devon Personalised Learning Service and through the Medical Tuition Service.

A larger than average secondary school, Bideford College provides 1,744 places for students between the ages of 11 and 18 when fully subscribed.

Principal

Claire Ankers

Values and vision

Bideford College has modern facilities and is well resourced to meet the needs of its pupils. It aims to be a high-performing school that provides students with a fantastic journey into further education and the wider world.

The school offers a curriculum that is broad and balanced before and after the age of 16, acting as a strong foundation for learning that is relevant to the demands of the modern world.

Bideford College's extra-curricular activities are also wide-ranging to enhance students’ educational experiences. Children are given opportunities to develop their own interests and strengths. Sporting activities lead to the chance to compete at regional and national level.

Ofsted report

“Students benefit from a wide range of extra-curricular activities. The college’s work to keep students safe and secure is good [and] students conduct themselves well around the college site. Disabled students and those with special educational needs receive effective extra support outside of lessons.”

View Bideford College’s latest Ofsted report

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Location


Address: Abbotsham Road, Bideford, Devon, EX39 3AR, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1237 477 611