Thorverton Church of England Primary School
Exeter, EX5 5NR · Devon · primary school
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94th 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 1,887 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0/10 among them, against 5.4/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Thorverton Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.0 out of 10 among them, against 5.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 110 pupils against a stated capacity of 75. 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 manage class sizes when operating significantly above its designated capacity? What specific strategies are used to support pupils in reaching the higher standard in literacy and maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a roll that exceeds its physical capacity?
What Ofsted said about Thorverton Church of England Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms the school remains ‘good’, with evidence suggesting it could achieve ‘outstanding’ if a graded inspection were conducted now. The report highlights a ‘calm and purposeful’ environment where pupils are ‘kind and polite’, reflecting strong values of ‘love, wisdom, hope, community and dignity’. Leaders have successfully addressed previous weaknesses in writing and phonics, resulting in high standards across the curriculum.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘well designed’, enabling pupils to build ‘secure knowledge’ progressively and ‘learn exceptionally well’ across all areas.
- Reading is a clear priority, with a ‘well-structured phonics curriculum’ delivered to a ‘high standard’, ensuring pupils ‘learn to read confidently’.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is ‘highly effective’, with barriers identified and adaptations made within the curriculum design.
- Personal development is a strength, with a strong focus on preparing pupils to be ‘respectful and active citizens’ who understand British values and democracy.
- Pupils demonstrate ‘positive attitudes to learning’, are ‘focused’, and ‘low-level disruption is rare’.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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
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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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