Buckfastleigh Primary School
Buckfastleigh, TQ11 0DD · Devon · primary school
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110th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.0/10 against 1,607 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Buckfastleigh Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 112 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Buckfastleigh Primary School
Overview
Buckfastleigh Primary School is described as an inclusive and welcoming community where pupils feel safe, respected, and cared for. The report highlights that the school has improved swiftly since the previous inspection, with the new headteacher and trust leaders driving effective change to eradicate past underachievement.
Strengths
- Pupils display "exemplary" behaviour and positive attitudes, rising to the school’s high expectations.
- The early years provision is "exceptional," with staff forming strong relationships and using robust assessment to support children’s communication and language skills.
- Reading teaching is highly effective, with staff quickly identifying and supporting pupils who are falling behind to ensure they become fluent readers.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported accurately, allowing them to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- The school promotes good attendance through decisive action and close collaboration with parents.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, the curriculum is not implemented as effectively as in more developed subjects, meaning pupils do not always gain the necessary knowledge and skills. The trust must ensure effective implementation across all subjects.
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 | 30% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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