The short version
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2022).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022
- 0% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, below the national average
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.32
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy 16-19 converter
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Ages
- 16–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- FSM
- 0%
Governance
- Local authority
- Somerset
- Trust
- RICHARD HUISH TRUST
- Head
- Ms Emma Fielding
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- College / FE residential accommodation
Inspection record
Official linksFull inspection: Outstanding
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
South Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3DZ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmBishop Fox's Community School
Secondary · Very close
King's College Taunton
Independent · 427m away
Silver Bridge School
Independent · 551m away
St George's Catholic School
Primary · 630m away
Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Primary · 640m away
Taunton Deane Partnership College
Pupil referral unit · 735m away
Holway Park Community Primary School
Primary · 860m away
Archbishop Cranmer Church of England Community Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
What is Richard Huish College's Ofsted rating?
Richard Huish College was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in April 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
What ages does Richard Huish College take?
Richard Huish College caters for pupils aged 16 to 19. It is classified as a 16 plus school.
Where is Richard Huish College?
Richard Huish College is in Taunton, TA1 3DZ, in the Somerset local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Richard Huish College have a sixth form?
Yes, Richard Huish College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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