Culmstock Primary School
91%
Capacity
128
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Culmstock Primary School
Culmstock Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 128 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Culmstock Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Nevinson, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10821st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 35 in Mid Devon.
Culmstock Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 14 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Culmstock Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Culmstock Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Culmstock 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 | Culmstock, Cullompton, Mid Devon, EX15 3JP |
| Headteacher | Clare Nevinson |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 128 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.7% |
| School Capacity | 128 / 140 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10821st of 13,686
Nationally
1069th of 1,469
In South West
22nd of 35
In Mid Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
50%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
22
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Culmstock, Cullompton
Mid Devon, EX15 3JP
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