Lamerton CofE Primary Academy
Tavistock, PL19 8RJ · Devon · primary school
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66th 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 — 9.3/10 against 4,194 of them, against 9.0/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 5 | 35% | 0.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lamerton CofE Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 17.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego, Bright Lights, Gardening, Football, Ball Games and MultiSkills, and Running Clubs. A Year 6 residential trip is offered. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 47 pupils against a stated capacity of 56. 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 aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Lamerton CofE Primary Academy
Overview
Lamerton CofE Primary Academy is described as a ‘lovely village school with a family feel’ where pupils are ‘safe and happy’ and attendance is high. While the school meets expected standards for attendance, behaviour, and personal development, significant weaknesses in curriculum design, teaching, and assessment mean pupils do not progress as well as they should.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy school, resulting in ‘high rates of attendance’ and generally positive behaviour guided by the school’s ‘golden rules’.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils developing ‘a deep sense of respect for all’ and engaging meaningfully in democracy through the school council.
- The school broadens pupils’ horizons through visits to museums, places of worship, and urban areas, helping them understand ‘different faiths and cultures’.
- Phonics and mathematics teaching are identified as strengths, and staff are supported by leaders who consider workload and wellbeing.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers adapt the curriculum and teaching to reflect what pupils know, so work in mixed-age classes is ‘as ambitious as it could be’.
- Staff need to use assessment effectively to identify knowledge gaps and adapt teaching, as ‘incorrect work is marked as correct’ and misconceptions are not always identified.
- Leaders should closely monitor support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to ensure targets are ‘precisely matched to their needs’.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing ‘an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility’ and concerns actively managed.
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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