Tedburn St Mary School
Exeter, EX6 6AA · Devon · primary school
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20th 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 — 9.1/10 against 3,672 of them, against 9.2/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 24.0 · 95 | 25% | 2.38 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Tedburn St Mary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The school achieved a higher standard for 24.0% of pupils, 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 (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School and Oracy clubs, participate in cross country, basketball, tag, and gym, and attend residential trips. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 86 pupils against a stated capacity of 91. 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 do not reach the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the residential trips? How are the Forest School sessions structured throughout the year?
What Ofsted said about Tedburn St Mary School
Overview
The inspection found that pupils are proud of their school, which feels like a "family" where they demonstrate "exceptional" behaviour and a strong sense of belonging. Leaders are described as "ambitious for all pupils," with particular success in early reading and phonics, ensuring children "get off to a flying start." The school fosters a positive culture where staff know pupils individually, and parents speak positively about the provision.
Strengths
- Pupils display "exceptional" behaviour, treating each other with respect and taking responsibility for their actions.
- Early reading and phonics are well-established, with staff skilfully checking understanding so pupils can "decode unfamiliar words."
- The mathematics curriculum is "well established," building skills progressively and enabling pupils to produce work of "high quality."
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils actively raising money for charities and understanding the importance of "contributing to wider society."
- Staff care deeply for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, adapting the curriculum to ensure they learn well.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum does not always "connect important knowledge well," meaning pupils do not always understand how content links to more complex ideas.
- Lesson activities in these subjects sometimes "lack ambition" and do not enable pupils to "deepen their understanding" of complex content.
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 | 89% |
| 2023/24 | 92% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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