Ottery St Mary Primary School
Ottery St Mary, EX11 1HY · Devon · primary school
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148th 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 4,292 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.4/10 among them, against 3.6/10 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 | 51.0 · 21 | 40% | 0.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ottery St Mary Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 51.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 9.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. 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 3.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the choir, orchestra, and recorder group, or learn piano, flute, clarinet, saxophone, guitar, violin, drums, or trumpet. Sports options include football, hockey, tag-rugby, cross-country running, biathlon, cycling 'hill climb', and Sports Day.
Getting in
The published school roll is 424 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How are the various music and sports clubs scheduled to avoid conflicts with core lessons?
What Ofsted said about Ottery St Mary Primary School
Overview
Ottery St Mary Primary School continues to be a good school, described by the community as "welcoming and vibrant." Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for success.
Strengths
- Relationships are "harmonious" with bullying being rare, helping pupils feel safe and respected.
- Leaders have refined the curriculum to address post-pandemic gaps, breaking learning into "small steps" to deepen understanding.
- Reading is prioritised effectively; staff skilfully identify struggling readers and provide support so pupils become "fluent and confident readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive tailored support to access the "ambitious curriculum" and develop independence.
- An "impressive range of enrichment activities" allows pupils to grow in confidence and learn teamwork through sports, music, and charitable events.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not use assessment effectively to understand what pupils know, leading to knowledge gaps that hinder long-term retention. Leaders must ensure assessment is used to "precisely identify gaps" and adapt learning accordingly.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders promoting a "strong culture of safeguarding" and staff remaining vigilant through regular training.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 53% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 51% |
| 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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