Woodbury Church of England Primary School
Exeter, EX5 1EA · Devon · primary school
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56th 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 4,185 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.0/10 among them, against 6.7/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woodbury Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 9.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.0 out of 10 among them, against 6.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join netball, running, cookery, football, science, and computing clubs, as well as the school and lunchtime choirs. The school organises a residential visit to Dartmoor and provides an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 198 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 maths? What specific activities are included in the Dartmoor residential trip? How does the after-school club operate on days when the school is closed?
What Ofsted said about Woodbury Church of England Primary School
Overview
Woodbury Church of England Primary School is confirmed as a "good school" following an ungraded inspection. The report describes it as a "warm and welcoming place" where pupils are "proud of their school" and enjoy a "calm and purposeful environment." Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement, fostering strong community ties and positive relationships between staff and pupils.
Strengths
- Reading is a clear priority, with staff using effective phonics training and matched books to help pupils gain confidence and fluency.
- The mathematics curriculum is "designed well," enabling pupils to confidently explain their thinking when solving complex problems.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive precise support and "learn the same curriculum as their peers."
- Staff and governors work collaboratively, with leaders providing staff with the time needed to carry out their roles effectively.
- Pupils develop personally through clubs and roles such as "play ministers," building confidence and understanding of British values.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, assessment is not used well enough to check if pupils have remembered taught knowledge, which hampers progress.
- Leaders must ensure teachers use assessment effectively across all subjects to deepen pupils’ understanding over time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with a clear culture, regular staff training, and robust checks ensuring pupils know how to keep themselves safe in both the real and online worlds.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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