Fremington Primary School
Barnstaple, EX31 3DD · Devon · primary school
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260th 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 3,673 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6/10 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 | 62% | 0.85 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fremington 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6 out of 10 among them, against 1.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego and construction, Craft, Wilderness Warriors, Board Games, Natural world art, Small World Craft, and Coding clubs. Sports include Gymnastics, Tag Rugby, Running, Football, and Multisports, while arts and music offer Choir and Imaginative Play and Oracy. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 309 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 below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in reading, writing, and maths? How does the school monitor progress for pupils in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Fremington Primary School
Overview
Fremington Primary School is described as a "friendly and welcoming school" where new leadership has introduced an "ambitious vision" and stability following previous staffing turbulence. While the early years provision is rated "Good" and relationships are warm, the report states that the impact of the school’s vision is "not yet realised" and some pupils "do not achieve as well as they could."
Strengths
- The early years curriculum is "rich in language," with staff delivering the phonics programme "exceptionally well," ensuring children have a "strong start."
- Staff and pupils share "warm relationships," and pupils know they can speak to staff if worried.
- The curriculum in most subjects is "coherently designed," allowing pupils to build skills progressively, particularly in mathematics.
- Pupils develop confidence and resilience through a "wide range of clubs" and cultural experiences, such as visits to London’s West End.
Areas to improve
- The new behaviour policy is "not fully understood by staff and pupils," leading to inconsistencies in managing poor behaviour.
- Support for some pupils with SEND "lacks sufficient precision," meaning they do not build knowledge well enough across the curriculum.
- In some subjects, teachers’ checks on understanding are "not specific enough," leaving misconceptions unaddressed and creating gaps in learning.
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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 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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