Otterton Church of England Primary School
Budleigh Salterton, EX9 7HU · Devon · primary school
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250th 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 — 0.0/10 against 2,826 of them, against 0.4/10 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) 2023/24 | 0.0 · 0 | 40% | 0.00 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 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.
Otterton Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 0.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 6%. 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 (0.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a swimming club, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 43 pupils against a stated capacity of 84. 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 reach the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading and maths? How does the school monitor progress for pupils who are not meeting national benchmarks?
What Ofsted said about Otterton Church of England Primary School
Overview
Otterton Church of England Primary School continues to be a ‘good’ school, described as ‘welcoming and inclusive’ where pupils are ‘happy’ and ‘positive about their learning’. The school’s vision of ‘growing stronger together’ ensures that all pupils, including those with special educational needs, participate fully in school life and learn the curriculum well.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious in most subjects’, with ‘well established’ early reading and mathematics programmes that help pupils build knowledge effectively over time.
- Reading is ‘at the heart of the school’s curriculum’, supported by a ‘consistent approach to teaching phonics’ and staff expertise that ensures pupils develop fluency and confidence.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) ‘access the full curriculum’ alongside peers, benefiting from ‘skilful adaptations’ and bespoke support.
- Behaviour is ‘calm and orderly’, with pupils responding to staff’s ‘high expectations’; pupils report that ‘bullying never happens’ and feel confident adults would help if it did.
- Leaders provide ‘regular training’ and consider staff well-being, resulting in staff who are ‘very positive’ about the support they receive.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in a ‘small number of subjects’ is at an ‘earlier stage of development’, meaning pupils do not gain sufficient depth of knowledge in these areas.
- Pupils lack a ‘secure understanding of world faiths’ and ‘different types of family relationships’, leaving them not well prepared for life in modern Britain.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with a ‘strong culture’ where staff are alert to risks and concerns are ‘reported and acted upon swiftly’.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 0% |
| England | 63% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,190 state schools in England we hold a 2023/24 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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