Moretonhampstead Primary School
Newton Abbot, TQ13 8NA · Devon · primary school
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160th 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 1.8/10 among them, against 3.4/10 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 | 41.0 · 9 | 40% | 0.35 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 25% | 1.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Moretonhampstead Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 12.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8 out of 10 among them, against 3.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 116 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 who are below the expected standard in literacy? What does a typical day look like for a child in the lower years? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Moretonhampstead Primary School
Overview
Moretonhampstead Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "thriving sense of community" and a "calm and purposeful" atmosphere. Pupils behave well, support one another, and engage eagerly with learning, particularly in the early years where a unified approach to reading has been established.
Strengths
- There is a strong community spirit where older pupils act as "great roles models," helping younger children with reading and socialising.
- The early years curriculum is well-established, with children encouraged to notice sounds and rhymes from age two, preparing them for phonics.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported effectively through the trust’s ‘Inclusion Hub’ and access to forest school.
- Staff feel well supported by leaders, and governance arrangements serve the school well, including collaboration with other trust schools.
- Pupils develop an appreciation for diversity and become active citizens involved in local matters.
Areas to improve
- The reading curriculum in key stage 2 does not ensure all pupils read often enough; leaders must ensure reading is at the heart of the curriculum to develop fluency and enjoyment.
- In some subjects, teaching is not designed to help pupils retain knowledge long-term; leaders should develop approaches to help pupils remember prior learning to avoid slowing down new concepts.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with well-trained staff, robust reporting systems, and an open culture where staff can challenge leaders if concerns persist.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 41% |
| 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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