Furzeham Primary School
Brixham, TQ5 8BL · Torbay · primary school
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25th 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 — 4.9/10 against 2,705 of 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 14 | 35% | 0.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Furzeham Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection in January 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 257 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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 close to the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are available for pupils interested in the arts? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Furzeham Primary School
Overview
Furzeham Primary School is described as a "small, inclusive school" where pupils "thrive" within a "harmonious and caring" environment. The inspection highlights "exemplary" behaviour, significantly improved attendance, and a "highly effective" early years provision that prepares children well for future learning.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, being "kind, thoughtful and respectful," which contributes to a "calm, purposeful atmosphere."
- Attendance has "improved significantly," with leaders being "tenacious" in ensuring all pupils, including disadvantaged and SEND pupils, attend fully.
- The early years curriculum is "highly effective," enabling children to "thrive" and develop a "firm foundation for future learning."
- Reading is "taught very effectively," allowing pupils to "access the wider curriculum confidently" and develop a "love of books."
- Staff and parents are "overwhelmingly positive," valuing the "successful partnership" and the support provided for wellbeing and workload.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure writing instruction builds securely on prior knowledge, as some pupils, including disadvantaged and SEND pupils, "do not write well" and struggle with punctuation and grammar.
- Staff need to consistently use information about gaps in writing skills to adapt the curriculum, as this currently impedes pupils' ability to "write fluently and extensively."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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