Broadclyst Community Primary School
122%
Capacity
513
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Broadclyst Community Primary School
Broadclyst Community 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 513 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (122% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Bishop, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1384th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 44 in East Devon.
Broadclyst Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 166 applications for 66 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broadclyst Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Devon, Broadclyst Community 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 | School Lane, Exeter, East Devon, EX5 3JG |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Bishop |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 513 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.2% |
| School Capacity | 513 / 420 (122% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1384th of 13,686
Nationally
119th of 1,469
In South West
4th of 44
In East Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
81%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed66
166
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Exeter
East Devon, EX5 3JG
Journey to School
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