Rydon Primary School
Newton Abbot, TQ12 3LP · Devon · primary school
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128th 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 — 7.1/10 against 3,780 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Rydon Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 13.0% 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 (7.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools). The March 2026 inspection used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a breakfast club, an after-school club, and various activities including a choir, drama, computing, board games, and an adult running club. Sports options include netball, gymnastics, and mixed football.
Getting in
The published school roll is 373 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 new inspection framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Rydon Primary School
Overview
Rydon Primary School delivers an education where pupils achieve in line with national averages and feel safe within a welcoming community. The report highlights a "strong standard" in personal development, noting that leaders have designed an "extensive personal development programme" that fosters tolerance and mutual respect. While most areas meet the "expected standard," the school is praised for its inclusive ethos and the positive impact of its leadership team on staff wellbeing.
Strengths
- Personal development is rated at a "strong standard," with pupils demonstrating a "deep understanding of the current political landscape" and various cultures.
- Leaders are "relentless in their pursuit of equality," ensuring disadvantaged pupils access the full school offer and a wide variety of clubs.
- Staff forge "warm relationships" with pupils, creating an environment where children feel safe and confident that concerns will be addressed swiftly.
- The curriculum is "carefully sequenced" so pupils build knowledge well over time, with high expectations in core subjects like reading and mathematics.
- Governors and trustees check the school’s work closely, asking "challenging questions" and overseeing all areas with vigilance.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should develop staff expertise in the early years to ensure interactions "develop and extend their knowledge and vocabulary."
- Leaders should ensure that the high expectations of pupils' work in core subjects are "replicated in the wider curriculum" to maximise outcomes.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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