Feniton Church of England Primary School
Honiton, EX14 3EA · Devon · primary school
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126th 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 4,224 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6/10 among them, against 4.4/10 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 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Feniton Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6 out of 10 among them, against 4.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can learn piano, violin, viola, flute, clarinet, saxophone, guitar, and drums, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 220 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds capacity? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in maths? How are music lessons scheduled alongside the core curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Feniton Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils are “proud to attend” this school, describing it as a place where “everyone can be themselves” and where bullying does not happen. Leaders have created a “well-designed” curriculum with high expectations, particularly in reading and mathematics, ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same ambitious learning as their peers.
Strengths
- Reading is a clear priority; pupils read with “increasing accuracy and fluency” and enjoy listening to adults read stories.
- The mathematics curriculum is “well-structured,” helping children confidently describe number patterns and tackle complex problems.
- Pupils feel safe and value “positive relationships” with staff who listen to their concerns.
- Staff support pupils’ personal development well, fostering an understanding of “fundamental British values” and equality.
- Governors “carry out their duties effectively” and ask challenging questions to drive improvement.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, assessment is not used well enough to check retention or deepen understanding, leading to “gaps in their knowledge” for some pupils.
- Leaders must ensure teachers use assessment effectively across all subjects to inform future learning and build knowledge over time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving up-to-date training to spot risks, though more rigour is needed to ensure recruitment checks are “accurately recorded on the single central record.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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