Colyton Primary Academy

About Colyton Primary Academy

Colyton Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 139 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Colyton Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Aerfen Mills, it falls under Devon local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8469th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 44 in East Devon.

Colyton Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 19 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.

Colyton Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (35 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Colyton Primary Academy include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in East Devon, Colyton Primary Academy 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.

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