Sidmouth Church of England Primary School
Sidmouth, EX10 9XB · Devon · primary school
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105th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.8/10 against 2,784 of them, against 5.1/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 62% | 3.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 38% | 1.95 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sidmouth Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join SidKids and Eco Warriors clubs, or learn violin, ukulele, piano, guitar, recorder, flute, or clarinet.
Getting in
The published school roll is 448 pupils against a stated capacity of 664. 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 close to the expected standard in maths? What does a typical week look like for a child learning an instrument?
What Ofsted said about Sidmouth Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils “thrive at this friendly and inclusive school” where staff know them well and relationships are strong. The school delivers a “broad and ambitious curriculum” with high expectations, resulting in most pupils achieving well and feeling happy and safe.
Strengths
- Pupils are “keen to learn” and respond positively to high expectations, valuing rewards for positive choices.
- Reading is prioritised with “precise support in place” for those falling behind, allowing them to “catch up rapidly”.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are swiftly identified and “progress through the curriculum successfully”.
- A “well-structured personal development programme” helps pupils understand moral responsibility, democracy, and mental well-being.
- Leaders maintain an “accurate picture of the school” through robust quality assurance systems that positively impact all pupils.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, assessment fails to identify if pupils have secured necessary skills, leading to “gaps in learning”.
- Curriculum implementation in some subjects does not routinely help pupils “build on their existing knowledge”, hindering effective learning.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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