South Brent Primary School
South Brent, TQ10 9JN · Devon · primary school
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212nd 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 3,465 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8/10 among them, against 1.4/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 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.
South Brent Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.8 out of 10 among them, against 1.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 163 pupils against a stated capacity of 293. 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 progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve attainment in reading, writing, and maths? How does the school ensure that the breakfast and after-school clubs are accessible to all families?
What Ofsted said about South Brent Primary School
Overview
South Brent Primary School is described as a place where “pupils, parents and staff are proud to be part” of the community. The inspection found that the school provides a “calm” environment with “positive relationships” and an “ambitious and rich curriculum” that prepares pupils well for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- Staff have “high expectations of pupils,” resulting in good behaviour and a culture where bullying is “rare.”
- The curriculum is “designed well so that pupils build knowledge and skills progressively,” particularly in mathematics and early reading.
- Pupils develop “resilience and independence” through support structures like ‘The Den’ and leadership roles such as eco-warriors.
- Leaders have successfully introduced a new phonics curriculum, ensuring pupils “learn to read well” and develop a “love of reading.”
- Staff well-being is prioritised, with leaders considering workload and supporting professional development, fostering a “strong team.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure that curriculum adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “precise” so they “learn as well as they could.”
- Assessment in some areas of the wider curriculum is “not used well,” meaning teachers do not always identify misconceptions or adapt teaching effectively.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective,” noting a “strong safeguarding culture” where staff are “quick to notice and respond to any concerns.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 28% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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