Canada Hill Community Primary School
108%
Capacity
341
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Canada Hill Community Primary School
Canada Hill Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Teignbridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 341 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Canada Hill Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Delphine Knott, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3656th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 43 in Teignbridge.
Canada Hill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 47 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Canada Hill Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Teignbridge, Canada Hill 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Abbotsridge Drive, Newton Abbot, Teignbridge, TQ12 6YS |
| Headteacher | Delphine Knott |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 341 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.8% |
| School Capacity | 341 / 315 (108% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3656th of 13,686
Nationally
315th of 1,469
In South West
8th of 43
In Teignbridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
72%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed47
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canada Hill Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Abbotsridge Drive, Newton Abbot
Teignbridge, TQ12 6YS
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