Monkleigh Primary School
Bideford, EX39 5JY · Devon · primary school
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17th 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 — 9.0/10 against 3,869 of them, against 9.1/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 27.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.42 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Monkleigh Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 27.0% 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 (9.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers a breakfast club and a Tea Club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 137 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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
What does the daily routine look like for pupils attending the breakfast club? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Monkleigh Primary School
Overview
Monkleigh Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are happy and proud to be part of the community. Leaders maintain high expectations for success, underpinned by values of ‘smile, share, succeed’, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are included in school life.
Strengths
- Pupils learn to read exceptionally well, supported by accurate phonics teaching and strong parental involvement.
- Children in the early years thrive, with staff maintaining a sharp focus on language development and curiosity.
- The provision for pupils’ personal development is a strength, featuring outdoor learning, clubs, and trips that broaden horizons.
- Staff morale is high, with leaders providing effective support and prioritising training and manageable workloads.
- Leaders and staff know pupils well, fostering a warm and nurturing environment with strong relationships.
Areas to improve
- Some staff do not use assessment with enough precision to identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge, leading to misconceptions.
- Some staff expectations of pupils’ behaviour are not always high enough, resulting in lost learning time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and records monitored with rigour, though minor issues with recruitment check recording have been rectified.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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