Ipplepen Primary School
Newton Abbot, TQ12 5QL · Devon · primary school
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75th 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 — 6.0/10 against 4,133 of them, against 6.1/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ipplepen Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 161 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Ipplepen Primary School
Overview
Ipplepen Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils feel a strong sense of belonging and pride in their community. Leaders are ambitious for pupil achievement, delivering a coherently planned curriculum in core subjects that fosters positive attitudes towards learning.
Strengths
- Reading is a high priority, with teachers using diverse books and effective phonics instruction to help pupils ‘catch vocabulary’ and discuss new words enthusiastically.
- Mathematics teaching helps pupils recall prior learning through ‘flashbacks’ and encourages independent problem-solving, with a clear progression from early years to Year 6.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, achieving well and being fully included in all aspects of school life.
- Behaviour is of a high standard, underpinned by high expectations and a reward system using house points.
- The curriculum promotes cultural diversity and democratic values, with visitors from different backgrounds helping pupils understand that everyone should have the same opportunities.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in some foundation subjects is not used effectively to determine what pupils know, leading to gaps in understanding and learning that is not always based on prior knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders promoting a strong culture, ensuring all adults are safe to work with children, and providing robust support for vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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