Willand School
Cullompton, EX15 2QL · Devon · primary school
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161st 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 3,839 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5/10 among them, against 3.3/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Willand School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5 out of 10 among them, against 3.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils take part in a residential visit to Dartmoor.
Getting in
The published school roll is 408 pupils against a stated capacity of 417. 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 reach the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who are below the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about Willand School
Overview
Willand School is described as an "inclusive and welcoming" institution that provides a "safe and happy environment" for its pupils. The report highlights a "strong sense of community" and notes that staff are "supportive and kind," fostering positive attitudes towards learning among students.
Strengths
- Pupils talk "positively and confidently" about the school, appreciating the "supportive and kind staff" and knowing they can discuss worries with adults.
- The curriculum in subjects like mathematics and science allows pupils to "revisit prior learning," resulting in "secure" knowledge and understanding.
- There is a "strong focus on reading" with a structured curriculum; pupils "enjoy reading" and apply phonics strategies with "increasing fluency and confidence."
- Leadership offers pupils opportunities such as "librarians, sports leaders, school council and eco-council," helping them learn responsibility and become "active citizens."
- Staff report being "very positive" about the school, valuing the support they receive and the consideration given to their "workloads and well-being."
Areas to improve
- The school must strengthen subject leadership to ensure curriculum implementation is checked, as assessment is not always used effectively, leaving some pupils’ understanding "less secure."
- Information about pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) must be used consistently well in teaching to ensure the curriculum meets the needs of all pupils and prevents learning gaps.
- Expectations for the quality of written work and handwriting are currently "inconsistent across year groups" as the new writing curriculum is not yet fully embedded.
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 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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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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