Bridestowe Primary School
103%
Capacity
89
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Bridestowe Primary School
Bridestowe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 89 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 86 places).
Ofsted has rated Bridestowe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Counter, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 0% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13681st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 16 in West Devon.
Bridestowe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 12 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 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 Bridestowe Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Devon, Bridestowe 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Bridestowe, Okehampton, West Devon, EX20 4EL |
| Headteacher | Sarah Counter |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 89 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.2% |
| School Capacity | 89 / 86 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (0%)
13681st of 13,686
Nationally
1468th of 1,469
In South West
16th of 16
In West Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
0%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
0%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
23
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bridestowe Primary School
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Contact Information
Bridestowe, Okehampton
West Devon, EX20 4EL
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