Eden Park Primary & Nursery School
Brixham, TQ5 9NH · Torbay · primary school
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13th of 30 primary schools in Torbay we can score, 31 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 1,900 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eden Park Primary & Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in foot golf and golf sessions, alongside cross stitch and visits from local artists.
Getting in
The published school roll is 342 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the school integrate the local artist visits into the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Eden Park Primary & Nursery School
Overview
Eden Park Primary & Nursery School is described as a "community-focused, friendly school" where "pupils thrive" and embody values of independence and respect. The report highlights a "safe and welcoming" environment where staff promote equality of opportunity effectively, resulting in strong pupil attitudes and behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils "secure knowledge well and with increasing accuracy" due to a "highly effective curriculum" with carefully sequenced planning.
- Reading is given the "highest priority," with a "robust programme for learning phonics" ensuring pupils "make very strong progress."
- The "effective early years provision" allows children to "make a flying start," supported by staff who encourage exploration through "well-planned activities."
- Staff promote "equality of opportunity very well," helping pupils to "understand, appreciate and respect difference" through diverse experiences.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," with skilled leads who are "highly visible" and strong relationships with external agencies.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "build on and strengthen the delivery of the curriculum" as assessment in foundation subjects is currently "underdeveloped."
- New systems for tracking behaviour and attendance need to be embedded to "tackle persistent absence" more effectively.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff record concerns consistently and pupils are kept safe through strong support systems.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 44% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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
—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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