Hayward's Primary School
Crediton, EX17 3AX · Devon · primary school
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138th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.6/10 against 3,141 of them, against 6.0/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.45 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hayward's Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.0 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in March 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Girls Running Club, Basketball, Football, Aesthetic Movement, and Multi Sports. They also participate in Tag Rugby, Athletics, Cricket, and Ultimate Frisbee. The school offers an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 403 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 new inspection framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Hayward's Primary School
Overview
Hayward’s Primary School is described as a “highly inclusive school” where pupils feel they belong and are “proud to be part of the family.” The inspection found that safeguarding standards are met, with an “open culture” ensuring pupils are safe. Most aspects of the school, including inclusion and personal development, are judged to be of a “strong standard,” while achievement, attendance, and leadership meet the “expected standard.”
Strengths
- Inclusion is a “strong standard,” with leaders identifying SEND needs “swiftly and accurately” and implementing effective strategies like the ‘Hub’ classroom.
- Personal development is praised as a “strong standard,” offering an “impressive personal development offer” that fosters confident, caring young people.
- Safeguarding is effective, with an “open and positive culture” where concerns are “actively identified, acted upon and managed.”
- Phonics teaching is effective, with screening check outcomes “significantly above the national average.”
- Staff wellbeing is prioritised, with leaders constantly looking out for staff and providing a “well considered” programme of professional learning.
Areas to improve
- The school should “continue to raise its ambitions for what pupils can achieve across the curriculum” so that more Key Stage 2 pupils achieve higher standards.
Safeguarding
The report states that “safeguarding standards are met,” meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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