Ashleigh CofE Primary School
72%
Capacity
213
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Ashleigh CofE Primary School
Ashleigh CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Devon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ashleigh CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Antonia Lavictoire, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4933rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 31 in North Devon.
Ashleigh CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 16 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashleigh CofE Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cross Country, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Devon, Ashleigh CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bevan Road, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX32 8LJ |
| Headteacher | Antonia Lavictoire |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.7% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 295 (72% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4933rd of 13,686
Nationally
443rd of 1,469
In South West
6th of 31
In North Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ashleigh CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Bevan Road, Barnstaple
North Devon, EX32 8LJ
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