Bridgerule Church of England Primary School
Holsworthy, EX22 7EN · Devon · primary school
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226th 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 3,930 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3/10 among them, against 1.1/10 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) 2024/25 | 43.0 · 11 | 40% | 0.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bridgerule Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, 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 0.3 out of 10 among them, against 1.1 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 62 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
With the most recent inspection in 2022, what steps have been taken to maintain the Good rating since then? How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What are the specific entry criteria for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Bridgerule Church of England Primary School
Overview
Bridgerule Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where the ambition that pupils are ‘nurtured, flourish and succeed’ is clearly met. The inspection confirms that staff create an inclusive environment where pupils behave well, feel safe, and make strong progress in core subjects through systematic teaching.
Strengths
- Pupils learn to read effectively due to ‘systematic approaches’ from Reception, with clear routines for sounds and blends supporting even those with special educational needs.
- Mathematics teaching is strong, with teachers using assessment to identify gaps and ensuring pupils are ‘challenged’ to tackle complex problems confidently.
- The school fosters a positive community where pupils are ‘respectful and reflective’, with no bullying reported and high levels of trust between families and staff.
- A ‘carefully structured personal, social and health education curriculum’ helps develop confident pupils who contribute positively to the local community.
- Parents describe the school using words such as ‘amazing’, ‘wonderful’, and ‘welcoming’, reflecting their overwhelmingly positive views.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should customise the curriculum to better reflect the ‘local context’, ensuring it addresses pupils’ interests and prior knowledge more systematically.
- The foundation stage curriculum needs to more systematically prepare children for future learning, as it does not always build clearly on what they already know.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, underpinned by leaders’ determination to keep pupils safe, with thorough recruitment procedures and regular staff training in place.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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
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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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