Boasley Cross Community Primary School
Okehampton, EX20 4JH · Devon · primary school
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107th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,240 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9/10 among them, against 5.1/10 nationally. 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) 2022/23 | 57.0 · 32 | 40% | 1.30 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2022/23 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.06 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Boasley Cross Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2022/23, 57.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 62%. A higher 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.9 out of 10 among them, against 5.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils play football, netball, cricket, athletics, and cross-country, attend a KS2 pantomime trip, and can join an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 39 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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
How does the school support pupils to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in the subjects where results are below the national median? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Boasley Cross Community Primary School
Overview
Boasley Cross Community Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are "nurtured well by caring adults" and feel "happy and safe." Leaders maintain high expectations for all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, fostering an environment where pupils arrive "eager to learn." The school benefits from strong community relationships and an ambitious curriculum that is carefully planned to support pupil progress.
Strengths
- Staff build strong relationships with pupils, ensuring they understand individual needs and feel supported.
- A new phonics programme is delivered with high quality, with staff trained to identify and support pupils needing extra help with reading.
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge, creating "interesting and engaging learning activities" within a well-sequenced curriculum.
- Pupils develop character through outdoor learning and take responsibility seriously in roles such as librarians.
- Early years children settle well, developing communication skills and confidence through imaginative play.
Areas to improve
- Assessment is not used consistently well across all subjects; teachers do not always check what pupils know and remember over time, which can slow learning.
- Some targets for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities do not sufficiently support the development of their confidence and independence.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture enabling early identification of risks and proactive support for families.
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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