Clyst Heath Nursery and Community Primary School
105%
Capacity
332
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Clyst Heath Nursery and Community Primary School
Clyst Heath Nursery and Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 332 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Clyst Heath Nursery and Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Bishop, it falls under Devon local authority.
Clyst Heath Nursery and Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Clyst Heath Nursery and Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, Clyst Heath Nursery and 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Royal Crescent, Exeter, Exeter, EX2 7QT |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Bishop |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 332 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 332 / 315 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2023): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Royal Crescent, Exeter
Exeter, EX2 7QT
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