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We are passionate about learning and ensuring that our learners thrive and grow amidst our beautiful surroundings here in South Devon.
We have high aspirations for every student and we strive to ensure that they are able to achieve their full potential through a clear focus on learning and achievement in a supportive environment. We recognise the benefits an excellent education brings and encourage our students to be ambitious and bold in their learning journey and to make the most of every opportunity. Students only get one chance and we take our role in providing the best possible opportunities for them very seriously. We are proud of the excellent teaching, care and guidance that we offer, along with first class facilities and a wide range of opportunities in and beyond the classroom. We are justifiably proud of our community, and routinely seek excellence in all that we do.
Year on year, our students attain at the very highest levels and we are proud of our position alongside the very best state comprehensive schools in the South West and nationally. Our examination results are outstanding and the majority of our students go on into our Sixth Form and from there to university. KCC students are well prepared for their futures and are successful in gaining places at the universities of their first choice; these universities are also ranked among the best in the United Kingdom, indeed internationally, including Oxbridge. We ensure that our students are exceptionally well prepared to make choices about their future, whether that is higher education, training or employment.
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View allFrom Classroom to Pitch: Kingsbridge PE Teacher Goes Pro with Truro City FC
Staff and students at Kingsbridge Community College (KCC) are celebrating the success of, and saying a fond farewell to, much-loved PE teacher Connor Riley as he takes the exciting next step in his football career, signing as a professional player with Truro City FC.
Connor has been a hugely popular member of the KCC team, inspiring students on and off the field. His professionalism, positivity, and passion for sport have left a lasting mark on pupils across the college and now, he’s pursuing his dream of playing football professionally full-time.
Connor has been part of Truro City’s incredible journey, including their Southern League Premier South title win, which was recently celebrated with an open-top bus parade through the city. Now, with the team’s promotion and a new season ahead, he’s stepping into life as a full-time pro.
Connor leaves behind a legacy of encouragement and energy at KCC and a pitch full of young athletes who’ve been inspired by his journey.
Tina Graham, Principal at Kingsbridge Community College, said:
“We are all so proud of Connor, not just for his talent and dedication as a player, but for the incredible role model he’s been to our students. He’s shown them what hard work, humility, and passion can achieve. While we’ll miss him greatly, we’re cheering him on every step of the way.”
Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said:
“Connor’s journey from teacher to pro footballer is a powerful story for our young people and provides proof that dreams are within reach if you stay committed. We’re proud to have been part of his story, and we wish him every success with Truro City.”
From Classroom to Pitch: Kingsbridge PE Teacher Goes Pro with Truro City FC Staff and students at Kingsbridge Community College (KCC) are celebrating the success of, and saying a fond farewell to, much-loved PE teacher Connor Riley as he takes the exciting next step in his football career, signing as a professional player with Truro City FC. Connor has been a hugely popular member of the KCC team, inspiring students on and off the field. His professionalism, positivity, and passion for sport have left a lasting mark on pupils across the college and now, he’s pursuing his dream of playing football professionally full-time. Connor has been part of Truro City’s incredible journey, including their Southern League Premier South title win, which was recently celebrated with an open-top bus parade through the city. Now, with the team’s promotion and a new season ahead, he’s stepping into life as a full-time pro. Connor leaves behind a legacy of encouragement and energy at KCC and a pitch full of young athletes who’ve been inspired by his journey. Tina Graham, Principal at Kingsbridge Community College, said: “We are all so proud of Connor, not just for his talent and dedication as a player, but for the incredible role model he’s been to our students. He’s shown them what hard work, humility, and passion can achieve. While we’ll miss him greatly, we’re cheering him on every step of the way.” Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said: “Connor’s journey from teacher to pro footballer is a powerful story for our young people and provides proof that dreams are within reach if you stay committed. We’re proud to have been part of his story, and we wish him every success with Truro City.”
Trailblazers: KCC Students Smash Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions Across All Levels
Students at Kingsbridge Community College (KCC) have shown resilience, teamwork, and determination as they take on their Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award expeditions, from the rugged trails of Dartmoor to the rolling hills of the Peak District.
In June and July, 35 KCC students completed their Silver Award expeditions, first navigating practice routes through the South Hams, before successfully finishing their final expedition on a sunny Dartmoor. In parallel, 86 Year 9 students undertook their Bronze Award treks around the Prawle and Torcross area, experiencing the challenge of multi-day hiking and wild camping.
The college is now preparing to send 14 determined Gold Award students to the Peak District during the first week of the summer holidays, where they will complete their final assessed expedition, the last and most demanding stage of the DofE journey.
Alongside the expeditions, students have also committed to completing volunteering, physical, and skills-based activities to achieve their full award. The programme has seen huge engagement this year, with 95 Year 8 students already signed up to begin their DofE journey next year in Year 9.
The Duke of Edinburgh Award continues to be a central part of KCC’s commitment to developing well-rounded learners, offering students opportunities to build confidence, resilience, and a sense of achievement through hands-on, real-world experiences.
Tina Graham, Principal at Kingsbridge Community College, said:
"The Duke of Edinburgh Award continues to be one of the most enriching and empowering experiences we offer at KCC. Our students have shown remarkable commitment and resilience across all levels of the award, and we’re incredibly proud of every single one of them. Whether it’s volunteering in the community or navigating Dartmoor with a rucksack, they’re developing lifelong skills that go far beyond the classroom."
Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said:
"This is a shining example of character education in action. DofE is about leadership, confidence, service, and adventure and the students at Kingsbridge have embraced it all. I’m thrilled to see so many young people stepping up to the challenge and making memories that will last a lifetime."
Trailblazers: KCC Students Smash Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions Across All Levels Students at Kingsbridge Community College (KCC) have shown resilience, teamwork, and determination as they take on their Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award expeditions, from the rugged trails of Dartmoor to the rolling hills of the Peak District. In June and July, 35 KCC students completed their Silver Award expeditions, first navigating practice routes through the South Hams, before successfully finishing their final expedition on a sunny Dartmoor. In parallel, 86 Year 9 students undertook their Bronze Award treks around the Prawle and Torcross area, experiencing the challenge of multi-day hiking and wild camping. The college is now preparing to send 14 determined Gold Award students to the Peak District during the first week of the summer holidays, where they will complete their final assessed expedition, the last and most demanding stage of the DofE journey. Alongside the expeditions, students have also committed to completing volunteering, physical, and skills-based activities to achieve their full award. The programme has seen huge engagement this year, with 95 Year 8 students already signed up to begin their DofE journey next year in Year 9. The Duke of Edinburgh Award continues to be a central part of KCC’s commitment to developing well-rounded learners, offering students opportunities to build confidence, resilience, and a sense of achievement through hands-on, real-world experiences. Tina Graham, Principal at Kingsbridge Community College, said: "The Duke of Edinburgh Award continues to be one of the most enriching and empowering experiences we offer at KCC. Our students have shown remarkable commitment and resilience across all levels of the award, and we’re incredibly proud of every single one of them. Whether it’s volunteering in the community or navigating Dartmoor with a rucksack, they’re developing lifelong skills that go far beyond the classroom." Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said: "This is a shining example of character education in action. DofE is about leadership, confidence, service, and adventure and the students at Kingsbridge have embraced it all. I’m thrilled to see so many young people stepping up to the challenge and making memories that will last a lifetime."
KCC Students Unearth Local History in Powerful Wartime Exhibition
Two outstanding Year 12 students from Kingsbridge Community College (KCC) have made a lasting impression through their participation in a remarkable community history project in partnership with Cookworthy Museum.
As part of the college's Sixth Form enrichment programme, students Tilly and Harley have spent the past several weeks collaborating with the museum curator and a dedicated team of volunteers. Together, they have sifted through thousands of wartime photographs, uncovering powerful local stories and piecing together a compelling visual narrative of the area’s past.
Their work has culminated in a stunning new exhibition now open to the public at Cookworthy Museum for the next few weeks.
Cookworthy Museum was opened in 1972 in the old Kingsbridge Grammar School buildings. Mrs Evelyn Northcott persuaded English China Clays Ltd to rescue the derelict building and founded a museum to collect and record the social history of the area. The museum was named after William Cookworthy (1705 – 1780), who was born in Kingsbridge and who developed the first true hard-paste porcelain (“china”).
Tina Graham, Principal at Kingsbridge Community College, said:
“This is exactly the kind of opportunity we want our students to experience, where classroom learning meets real-world impact. I’m incredibly proud of Tilly and Harley for their enthusiasm, commitment and professionalism.”
Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West said:
“Projects like this not only enrich students’ learning but also strengthen community connections. It's inspiring to see young people preserving local history for future generations.”
KCC Students Unearth Local History in Powerful Wartime Exhibition Two outstanding Year 12 students from Kingsbridge Community College (KCC) have made a lasting impression through their participation in a remarkable community history project in partnership with Cookworthy Museum. As part of the college's Sixth Form enrichment programme, students Tilly and Harley have spent the past several weeks collaborating with the museum curator and a dedicated team of volunteers. Together, they have sifted through thousands of wartime photographs, uncovering powerful local stories and piecing together a compelling visual narrative of the area’s past. Their work has culminated in a stunning new exhibition now open to the public at Cookworthy Museum for the next few weeks. Cookworthy Museum was opened in 1972 in the old Kingsbridge Grammar School buildings. Mrs Evelyn Northcott persuaded English China Clays Ltd to rescue the derelict building and founded a museum to collect and record the social history of the area. The museum was named after William Cookworthy (1705 – 1780), who was born in Kingsbridge and who developed the first true hard-paste porcelain (“china”). Tina Graham, Principal at Kingsbridge Community College, said: “This is exactly the kind of opportunity we want our students to experience, where classroom learning meets real-world impact. I’m incredibly proud of Tilly and Harley for their enthusiasm, commitment and professionalism.” Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West said: “Projects like this not only enrich students’ learning but also strengthen community connections. It's inspiring to see young people preserving local history for future generations.”
Kingsbridge Students Embrace Adventure at Slapton Outdoor Learning Day
Students from Kingsbridge Community College (KCC) have returned full of enthusiasm following an action-packed day at the Slapton Field Studies Centre.
Year 8 and 9 students took part in a wide range of outdoor learning experiences designed to build confidence, teamwork, and resilience, including den building, bush craft, team games, low ropes, and a blindfolded assault course.
The day was a huge success, with students embracing every challenge with positivity and energy. Staff at the centre were quick to praise the students for their excellent behaviour, determination, and collaborative spirit throughout the day.
The trip forms part of the college’s wider commitment to offering enriching experiences beyond the classroom, encouraging students to grow both academically and personally.
Slapton Ley Field Studies Centre, operated by the Field Studies Council, is nestled on the Start Bay coast, adjacent to the Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve, the largest natural freshwater lake in South West England.
Surrounded by diverse habitats including reedbeds, marshes, and woodlands, the centre offers immersive environmental education experiences for learners of all ages. Its proximity to both coastal and inland ecosystems makes it an ideal location for studying geography, biology, and ecology.
Tina Graham, Principal at Kingsbridge Community College, said: "It was wonderful to see our students stepping outside their comfort zones and engaging so positively with the activities. Opportunities like this help build essential life skills such as problem-solving, teamwork and communication. We’re incredibly proud of how they represented the college."
Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said: "Outdoor learning is such an important part of a well-rounded education. It’s fantastic to see Kingsbridge Community College offering these kinds of experiences, which encourage independence and build the kind of character and resilience that serve young people for life."
Kingsbridge Students Embrace Adventure at Slapton Outdoor Learning Day Students from Kingsbridge Community College (KCC) have returned full of enthusiasm following an action-packed day at the Slapton Field Studies Centre. Year 8 and 9 students took part in a wide range of outdoor learning experiences designed to build confidence, teamwork, and resilience, including den building, bush craft, team games, low ropes, and a blindfolded assault course. The day was a huge success, with students embracing every challenge with positivity and energy. Staff at the centre were quick to praise the students for their excellent behaviour, determination, and collaborative spirit throughout the day. The trip forms part of the college’s wider commitment to offering enriching experiences beyond the classroom, encouraging students to grow both academically and personally. Slapton Ley Field Studies Centre, operated by the Field Studies Council, is nestled on the Start Bay coast, adjacent to the Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve, the largest natural freshwater lake in South West England. Surrounded by diverse habitats including reedbeds, marshes, and woodlands, the centre offers immersive environmental education experiences for learners of all ages. Its proximity to both coastal and inland ecosystems makes it an ideal location for studying geography, biology, and ecology. Tina Graham, Principal at Kingsbridge Community College, said: "It was wonderful to see our students stepping outside their comfort zones and engaging so positively with the activities. Opportunities like this help build essential life skills such as problem-solving, teamwork and communication. We’re incredibly proud of how they represented the college." Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said: "Outdoor learning is such an important part of a well-rounded education. It’s fantastic to see Kingsbridge Community College offering these kinds of experiences, which encourage independence and build the kind of character and resilience that serve young people for life."
Year 9 Art Bytes Competition
Congratulations to Tilly, Charles & Betsey - achieving 1st , 2nd & 3rd place based on the public vote - prizes to follow!
Year 9 Art Bytes Competition Congratulations to Tilly, Charles & Betsey - achieving 1st , 2nd & 3rd place based on the public vote - prizes to follow!