Bridgerule Church of England Primary School
109%
Capacity
76
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Bridgerule Church of England Primary School
Bridgerule Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 76 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 70 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bridgerule Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gareth Bridge, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10933rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 21 in Torridge.
The school has 6 places available and received 6 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bridgerule Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Rounders, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, Bridgerule 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Bridgerule, Holsworthy, Torridge, EX22 7EN |
| Headteacher | Gareth Bridge |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 76 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.2% |
| School Capacity | 76 / 70 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10933rd of 13,686
Nationally
1083rd of 1,469
In South West
13th of 21
In Torridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/266
6
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (100% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bridgerule, Holsworthy
Torridge, EX22 7EN
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