Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
Torrington, EX38 7NU · Devon · primary school
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201st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.5/10 against 2,938 of them, against 2.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 62% | 1.36 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% 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%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School, Cooking, Gardening, Bikeability, and Potato Growing clubs. Peripatetic music lessons are available, and Year 5 pupils take an exchange trip to Germany.
Getting in
The published school roll is 476 pupils against a stated capacity of 530. 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 maths? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
Overview
This is an inclusive school where pupils feel valued, safe, and enjoy attending. However, the quality of education requires improvement because the curriculum lacks consistent sequencing, leading to gaps in pupils’ knowledge and underachievement.
Strengths
- Relationships between staff and pupils are "warm and encouraging," fostering a strong sense of community.
- Pupils behave well, with "cooperative" play across age groups and positive engagement in enrichment activities.
- Early years provision is strong, with children showing "high levels of interest and motivation" in learning.
- The school provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring they are "involved in the life of the school."
- Attendance has improved through "resolute action" and support for families to remove barriers.
Areas to improve
- Ensure curriculum sequencing in all subjects allows pupils to "build their knowledge securely over time," addressing current gaps.
- Strengthen checks on curriculum impact so staff cover content in sufficient depth and teachers design activities that "connect learning."
- Improve governance oversight so governors can "hold leaders to account" for the quality of education and curriculum implementation.
Safeguarding
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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