Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School
Winkleigh, EX19 8LJ · Devon · primary school
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268th of 279 primary schools in Devon we can score, 309 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.2/10 against 3,942 of them, against 0.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 35.0 · 5 | 62% | 0.31 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a Bollywood Dance Workshop, Sporty Stars, and music sessions covering guitar, ukulele, drums, and piano. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 118 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is provided for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in core subjects? How are the music and dance clubs scheduled to ensure they do not conflict with core learning time?
What Ofsted said about Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School
Overview
Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School is described as a place where "everyone is friendly and kind," with pupils feeling safe and supported by close staff relationships. The report highlights that while the school has faced recent staffing changes, new leaders have brought "stability and clear direction," resulting in improving achievements despite lower 2024 national assessment outcomes. The school is praised for its "exemplary" early years provision and personal development, though some curriculum adaptations require refinement.
Strengths
- Early years provision is "exemplary," with children getting off to a "flying start" through imaginative play and skilful adult questioning.
- Personal development is "exemplary," fostering a deep understanding of British values, diversity, and global cultures through trips and visitors.
- The curriculum is "well-sequenced," allowing pupils to build knowledge progressively and retain information across subjects.
- Phonics teaching is effective, ensuring pupils become "fluent readers" with quick identification and support for those struggling.
- Staff well-being is considered, with governors and trustees described as "highly committed" to the school’s success.
Areas to improve
- Learning activities are not always adapted well enough to meet individual pupil needs, meaning some complete work that is "not ambitious enough."
- The trust must ensure staff employ "ambitious learning activities" to enable pupils to progress as well as they can through the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 41% |
| 2023/24 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 35% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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