The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Girls only.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 14.9 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Inter- / non- denominational school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- This is a girls-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
14.9
28.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.28
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
32% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Girls
- Character
- Inter- / non- denominational
Numbers
- Pupils
- 771
- Capacity
- 91%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Surrey
- Head
- Mr David Boyd (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Cranley Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 2JD
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmGuildford High School
Independent · 609m away
Boxgrove Primary School
Primary · 813m away
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Primary · 932m away
Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School
Primary · 1.0km away
Royal Grammar School Guildford
Independent · 1.1km away
Pewley Down Infant School
Primary · 1.2km away
George Abbot School
Secondary · 1.3km away
St Peter's Catholic School
Secondary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Tormead School a selective school?
Yes. Tormead School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Tormead School?
Tormead School currently has 771 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Tormead School take?
Tormead School caters for pupils aged 4 to 18.
Where is Tormead School?
Tormead School is in Guildford, GU1 2JD, in the Surrey local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Tormead School have a sixth form?
Yes, Tormead School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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