Blackpool Church of England Primary School
85%
Capacity
268
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Blackpool Church of England Primary School
Blackpool Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Teignbridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 268 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Blackpool Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Russell Pearson, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12841st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 43 in Teignbridge.
Blackpool Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 27 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Blackpool Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Teignbridge, Blackpool Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Liverton, Newton Abbot, Teignbridge, TQ12 6JB |
| Headteacher | Russell Pearson |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 268 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.0% |
| School Capacity | 268 / 315 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12841st of 13,686
Nationally
1350th of 1,469
In South West
40th of 43
In Teignbridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
37%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blackpool Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Liverton, Newton Abbot
Teignbridge, TQ12 6JB
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