# Phoenix Bay School — Torquay, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Special
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Ross Banks

## Contact

- **Address:** The Pavilion, 3 Seale Hayne, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6NQ
- **Phone:** 01803 220750
- **Website:** https://www.phoenixbay.co.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/torquay/phoenix-bay-school-22048

## About

Phoenix Bay School is a trauma-informed independent school providing therapeutic education to support students to develop increasingly independent lives, leading to them thrive in adulthood.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Oct 2025

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Transformative Experience for Our Son: As a parent, it's been incredible to see Phoenix Bay School's tailored approach to education work wonders for our son. The small class sizes, compassionate staff, and emphasis on emotional well-being have helped him build confidence and develop a love for learning. *(Jun 2022)*
- **5/5** — Unparalleled Support for Our Child's Growth: Phoenix Bay School has provided an exceptional educational experience for our son. The team's dedication to helping him overcome his challenges and thrive in a safe environment has been truly remarkable. We've seen significant improvements in his emotional resilience and academic progress. *(Feb 2021)*
- **4/5** — A Mixed Experience, But Overall Positive: We had a generally positive experience at Phoenix Bay School, particularly with the staff's commitment to our child's emotional well-being. However, we experienced some difficulties with communication and consistency. Despite these challenges, we appreciate the school's efforts to provide a nurturing environment. *(Sep 2020)*

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