St Nicholas Catholic Primary School
Exeter, EX1 3EG · Devon · primary school
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270th 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 — 0.3/10 against 3,249 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 32.0 · 4 | 62% | 0.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Nicholas Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 32.0% 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% 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 (0.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 269 pupils against a stated capacity of 327. 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 core subjects? What specific activities are available within the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the coming year?
What Ofsted said about St Nicholas Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school "emerging from an unsettling time" following significant leadership and staffing changes. While pupils are "friendly and welcoming" and personal development is a strength, the quality of education, behaviour, and early years provision currently "requires improvement" due to inconsistent curriculum implementation.
Strengths
- Personal development is "Good," with pupils demonstrating a strong sense of "moral purpose" and understanding of British values.
- Pupils are "safe" and confident that staff will help resolve any worries or concerns.
- New pupils receive support to "settle in swiftly," and the school fosters a positive culture through extra-curricular activities.
- The library is "well stocked," and older pupils hold a "positive view of reading."
- Leaders have an "accurate understanding" of the school’s strengths and areas for development.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is not "fully developed or implemented," leaving pupils with gaps in subject knowledge.
- Staff lack the necessary training and expertise to deliver the curriculum effectively across all subjects.
- Assessment is not used effectively to identify learning gaps, and the behaviour policy is not "implemented consistently."
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 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 32% |
| 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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