Malborough with South Huish Church of England Primary School
Kingsbridge, TQ7 3RN · Devon · primary school
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159th 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 — 3.0/10 against 3,131 of them, against 3.4/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Malborough with South Huish Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Creative Club, Games Club, Lego, Eco & Gardening, Bike, Scoot & Skate, Arts & Crafts, and School of Rock. Football is played, and trips include visits to the National Marine Aquarium, Dartmoor Zoo, and Grenville House. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 85 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 to bridge the gap between the 50.0% expected standard and the 64% national median? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in reading and writing? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing these result differences?
What Ofsted said about Malborough with South Huish Church of England Primary School
Overview
Malborough with South Huish Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school. Pupils thrive in a nurturing environment where they learn well across most subjects and are well prepared for their future lives. Leaders have taken effective action to develop a rich and ambitious curriculum, though some areas require further refinement.
Strengths
- Pupils talk with pride about the "family feel" of the school and are keen to discuss their learning.
- Leaders provide a "rich and ambitious curriculum" that gives children in Reception a secure foundation in knowledge and skills.
- Staff have "high expectations" of pupils, who are motivated to meet these and display positive attitudes to learning.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring children learn to read as soon as they start school with regular phonics lessons.
- The wider development of pupils is a strength, with enthusiasm for the "wealth of opportunities" available to them.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, pupils have gaps in their knowledge because the curriculum is in the early stages of implementation.
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum identifies and closes these gaps in pupils’ prior learning to help them know and remember more over time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and leaders ensuring all adults are safe to work with children.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 0% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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