St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School
Crediton, EX17 6QE · Devon · primary school
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186th 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 — 5.6/10 against 2,170 of them, against 4.5/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection was in June 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs for recorder, choir, coding, construction, chess, gardening, comics, and crafts. Sports include dodgeball, cricket, football, rugby, netball, the daily mile, yoga, and forest school. Music lessons cover drumming, flute, violin, viola, cello, keyboard, and guitar. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 51 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 fall below the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child joining the after-school club? How are the new inspection areas addressed in daily teaching?
What Ofsted said about St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils at this small school feel happy and safe, with behaviour described as “impeccable” and bullying as “rare”. The report highlights a “close-knit community” where kindness is second nature, and leaders have driven significant improvement since the previous inspection. While national test data does not fully reflect the school’s strengths, pupils make good progress from their starting points and are well-prepared for secondary school.
Strengths
- Pupils behave remarkably well, showing respect and benefiting from a “calm, focused atmosphere” conducive to learning.
- Attendance is strong, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs, supported by a free breakfast club.
- Staff build supportive relationships, ensuring every pupil is “known and valued” and barriers to learning are identified quickly.
- The curriculum is broad and engaging, with a “love of reading” permeating the school and strong early years foundations.
- Community engagement is a strength, with parents actively involved through initiatives like ‘Parent Power’ days.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should strengthen strategies for developing writing and transcription, as inconsistent handwriting limits some pupils’ accuracy.
- Leaders should continue developing the personal development programme to ensure it has a highly positive impact on all groups of pupils.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 42% |
| 2023/24 | 25% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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