Burlescombe Church of England Primary School
55%
Capacity
46
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Burlescombe Church of England Primary School
Burlescombe Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Mid Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 46 pupils on roll, operating at 55% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Burlescombe Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Kirsty Page, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12931st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 35 in Mid Devon.
The school has 4 places available and received 4 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burlescombe Church of England Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Gardening, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Burlescombe 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 | Station Road, Tiverton, Mid Devon, EX16 7JH |
| Headteacher | Kirsty Page |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 46 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.3% |
| School Capacity | 46 / 84 (55% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (36%)
12931st of 13,686
Nationally
1363rd of 1,469
In South West
33rd of 35
In Mid Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
36%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
36%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/264
4
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burlescombe Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Station Road, Tiverton
Mid Devon, EX16 7JH
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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