Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School
Tavistock, PL19 9PR · Devon · primary school
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61st 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 3,194 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4/10 among them, against 4.3/10 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 | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mary Tavy and Brentor Community 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%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4 out of 10 among them, against 4.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join STEM, Chess, Digital Art, German, Homework, Coding, DT, and Art Clubs. Sports include Hockey, Rounders, Netball, Dodge Ball, Cross Country, Bike, and Football Clubs. Arts and music options cover Choir, Musical Theatre, Origami, Book Club, Computers, Lego, and Doodle Club. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 103 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 aiming for the higher standard in maths? How does the curriculum integrate the various clubs into daily learning?
What Ofsted said about Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School
Overview
Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School is described as an "inspirational school where pupils flourish," with leaders who are "highly ambitious for all pupils." The report highlights that pupils achieve "extremely well across the curriculum" and benefit from a culture that fosters resilience, independence, and mutual care.
Strengths
- The school has designed a "meticulous and well-sequenced curriculum" that identifies essential knowledge and skills, breaking content into small steps with regular opportunities for pupils to recap learning.
- Reading is a "very high priority," supported by a "well-embedded programme for teaching phonics" ensuring no child is left behind, while exposure to high-quality texts builds confidence and imagination.
- "Precise and highly effective additional support" ensures pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) reach their full potential through well-thought-through adaptations.
- Personal development is "exceptional," with pupils learning to express feelings, understand healthy relationships, and appreciate diversity in a strong culture of inclusion.
- Pupils enjoy a "rich diet of experiences," including outdoor learning, residential visits, and clubs, while taking on responsibilities such as subject ambassadors.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 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
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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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