Special academy · Torbay

Combe Pafford School

Special
Ages 8–19
Sixth form

Term dates

Special academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Torbay council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See Torbay's full dates

Admissions

Places at special schools are usually arranged through an education, health and care (EHC) plan, agreed with the council.

How EHC plans work on GOV.UK

About and location

Type: Special academy
Phase: Special
Ages: 8–19
Pupils: 239 (capacity 244)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: COMBE PAFFORD SCHOOL
Phone: 01803327902
Address: Steps Lane, Watcombe, Torquay, TQ2 8NL
Website: combepaffordschool.co.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

School details from the Department for Education's register of schools (Open Government Licence). Report a correction.