Halwill Community Primary School
Beaworthy, EX21 5XU · Devon · primary school
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16th 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 2,587 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.4/10 among them, against 7.8/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 62% | 4.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 38% | 2.98 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Halwill Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 13.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.4 out of 10 among them, against 7.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 77 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its current pupil numbers relative to its capacity?
What Ofsted said about Halwill Community Primary School
Overview
Halwill Community Primary School is described as being “at the heart of its community,” where pupils respond positively to high expectations and achieve well. The report highlights that behaviour is “exemplary” and pupils leave as “confident and caring individuals,” supported by a “knowledge-rich curriculum” and strong leadership.
Strengths
- Behaviour is “exemplary,” with pupils demonstrating a “mature attitude to learning” and being “kind and respectful.”
- The curriculum is “knowledge-rich” with “high expectations,” resulting in published outcomes that “exceed national standards.”
- Reading is central to provision; the phonics scheme is “well embedded” and pupils at risk are “swiftly identified” for support.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) “achieve well” and access the “same ambitious curriculum” as peers.
- Personal development is a strength, with enrichment activities and visits broadening pupils’ understanding of “life in modern Britain” and raising aspirations.
Areas to improve
- In a “small number of subjects,” essential knowledge has not been “precisely identified,” leading to variability in teaching and inconsistent pupil recall.
- The school should ensure key knowledge is clearly defined so teachers can help pupils “connect new learning to what they already know.”
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 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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