Canada Hill Community Primary School
Newton Abbot, TQ12 6YS · Devon · primary school
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50th 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 3,836 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.3/10 among them, against 7.2/10 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 | 87.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.82 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Canada Hill Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.3 out of 10 among them, against 7.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join The 99 Club and Touch Typing Club, participate in Seasports and Surfing, and attend trips to Heatree, Skern Lodge, and Adventure Days. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 344 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in maths? How are the residential trips integrated into the curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Canada Hill Community Primary School
Overview
Canada Hill Community Primary School is described as having a “welcoming culture” where pupils are “proud” and “polite.” Leaders have established a “broad and ambitious curriculum” that ensures logical progression, with reading placed “at the centre” of learning. The school fosters strong personal development through an “abundance” of clubs and activities, resulting in well-motivated readers and confident pupils.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour, with bullying being “rare” and quickly addressed by leaders.
- The curriculum is “well-planned” to ensure all pupils learn age-appropriate content, particularly in early years and reading.
- Staff are “well trained” in phonics, providing timely support to ensure children become “well-motivated readers.”
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is effective, with leaders “diligent in identifying” those who need help.
- Parents are “very positive” about the school, appreciating the communication and support from staff.
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, the curriculum is “not sufficiently developed.”
- In some subjects, leaders’ checks on pupils’ knowledge are “too broad” and do not accurately show what pupils can do; these need refinement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with strong procedures, regular staff training, and effective use of early help to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| 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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