Buckland Brewer Primary School
114%
Capacity
56
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Buckland Brewer Primary School
Buckland Brewer Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 56 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 49 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Buckland Brewer Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Matt Cole, 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 5418th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 21 in Torridge.
Buckland Brewer Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 7 applications for 6 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Buckland Brewer Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, Buckland Brewer 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 | Buckland Brewer, Bideford, Torridge, EX39 5LX |
| Headteacher | Matt Cole |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 56 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.4% |
| School Capacity | 56 / 49 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5418th of 13,686
Nationally
499th of 1,469
In South West
4th of 21
In Torridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
22%
'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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
7
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (86% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Buckland Brewer, Bideford
Torridge, EX39 5LX
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