The current Launceston College can be traced back to a boys'
grammar school with
boarding house established in 1409. During its history it was known as both Launceston Grammar School and Launceston Free School. In 1931 Launceston College came into existence (as a boys' school) through the merger of Horwell Grammar School (located in
Newport. Launceston) and Dunheved College. In 1962, Horwell Grammar School for Girls located at Hendra House, Dunheved Road merged with the college. In 1965 the former Pennygillam
secondary modern school was added to form the present day
comprehensive school which retains the name Launceston College. Since some time in the 19th century the college has been located at the southern end of Dunheved Road, approximately one kilometre from the town centre. It was designated a
Technology College in 1998, and converted to academy status in 2013. The logo of the college is based on
Launceston Castle a major landmark in the town. It is now fully inclusive and educating students aged 11 to 18 or 19. In 1966 H. Spencer Toy, its then principal, published
A History of Education at Launceston detailing the development of education in the town and surrounding area. The college underwent a significant expansion in 2023, with the addition of a new general teaching and science block designed by Poynton Bradbury Architects. ==Athena Learning Trust==