Bassetts Farm Primary School
110%
Capacity
464
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Bassetts Farm Primary School
Bassetts Farm Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Devon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 464 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bassetts Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Bennett, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5116th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 44 in East Devon.
Bassetts Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 59 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bassetts Farm Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Devon, Bassetts Farm 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St John's Road, Exmouth, East Devon, EX8 4GB |
| Headteacher | Sarah Bennett |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 464 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.1% |
| School Capacity | 464 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5116th of 13,686
Nationally
462nd of 1,469
In South West
12th of 44
In East Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
67%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
100
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St John's Road, Exmouth
East Devon, EX8 4GB
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