Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School
Torquay, TQ2 6DB · Torbay · primary school
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24th of 30 primary schools in Torbay we can score, 31 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 — 2.4/10 against 2,502 of them, against 2.5/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.77 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.89 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (2.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 145 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School
Overview
Pupils arrive at school “eager to learn” and are guided by Christian values that encourage positive choices and mutual respect. Leaders maintain “high expectations for every pupil,” including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, fostering an environment where children feel safe and supported. The school has made significant progress since its previous inspection, with parents noting “many positive changes” and appreciating the care staff show.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious for all pupils,” with a clear sequence of learning that helps children build knowledge effectively.
- Reading is central to success; pupils receive “regular high-quality phonics lessons” and most develop into “confident readers.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities learn well, as teachers make “skilful adaptions” and leaders work in partnership with parents.
- Behaviour is generally calm and considerate, with strong relationships based on “mutual respect” and effective support for character development.
- Staff feel “well supported” by leaders who consider their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Assessment is not yet consistent across the curriculum; in some subjects, teachers do not use it well to check what pupils know and remember over time.
- Consequently, some pupils develop “gaps in their learning” and cannot talk confidently about their knowledge, requiring leaders to ensure assessment informs future planning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff understanding policies, identifying concerns quickly, and ensuring pupils know how to protect themselves online.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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