Lew Trenchard Church of England Primary School
Okehampton, EX20 4DP · Devon · primary school
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198th 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 4,132 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6/10 among them, against 1.8/10 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 | 19.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.04 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lew Trenchard Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 19.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school’s figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.6 out of 10 among them, against 1.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Love our Planet, Archery, LEGO Animation, and Virtual Reality clubs. Sports include rounders, cricket, football, swimming, invasion games, taekwondo, Zumba dance, and tag rugby. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 78 pupils against a stated capacity of 90. 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 to bridge the gap between the current 19.0% expected standard and the national median? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading, writing, and maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing these results?
What Ofsted said about Lew Trenchard Church of England Primary School
Overview
The inspection found that pupils, staff, and parents are proud of the school, where the religious ethos is central to daily life. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering an environment where pupils demonstrate tolerance, respect, and a strong sense of global community. The school provides a well-planned education in core subjects, with particular strength in early years provision and mathematics.
Strengths
- The reading and mathematics curriculums are "well planned and sequenced," allowing pupils to apply known concepts to new ideas effectively.
- Children in the early years develop a "love of words and reading" through skilled storytelling and well-matched books, resulting in focused and excited learners.
- Staff have "strong subject knowledge" in mathematics and adapt learning to address gaps, ensuring pupils are encouraged to be independent.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "fully involved in learning" through precise support and curriculum adaptations.
- The early years environment is "immersive" and organised for play-based learning, helping children remain calm and focused.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, assessment is not used effectively to identify prior knowledge, meaning "learning does not always build on pupils’ prior knowledge."
- Teachers do not always challenge "low-level behaviour" effectively, which sometimes disturbs learning; leaders must ensure consistent high expectations.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders promoting a strong culture where staff accurately identify concerns and all pupils have a "trusted adult" to speak to.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 19% |
| 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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