Copplestone Primary School
Crediton, EX17 5NX · Devon · primary school
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216th 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 4,083 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5/10 among them, against 1.2/10 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 40% | 0.55 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| 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.
Copplestone Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% 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 September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5 out of 10 among them, against 1.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 138 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to address the gap between current results and national medians? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing recent performance data?
What Ofsted said about Copplestone Primary School
Overview
Copplestone Primary School is described as a place where pupils feel like part of a ‘happy family’, with bullying being rare and staff responding effectively to any incidents. Leaders have raised expectations, resulting in a well-designed curriculum for reading and mathematics where pupils ‘make good progress’. The school fosters high staff morale and a strong culture of responsibility, with pupils encouraged to take on leadership roles and support one another.
Strengths
- The curriculum for early reading is a priority, with staff well-trained in phonics to ensure pupils ‘keep up with the pace’ and receive support if they need to catch up.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive tailored support, with leaders who ‘get to know these pupils well’ and monitor their progress carefully.
- Behaviour is excellent, with pupils adhering to the ‘golden rules’ and describing the school as a ‘telling school’ where they report worries to staff.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils learning to respect differences and understanding lifestyle factors that promote good physical and mental health.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects of the wider curriculum, pupils ‘do not always gain the understanding they need’ because teachers do not check knowledge systematically enough.
- Leaders should ensure teachers verify that all pupils ‘have understood and can remember the essential curriculum content’ to prevent misconceptions and improve retention.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff who are ‘vigilant, thanks to effective training and leadership’ and clear procedures for reporting concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 32% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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