Dolton Church of England Primary School
50%
Capacity
35
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Dolton Church of England Primary School
Dolton Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 35 pupils on roll, operating at 50% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dolton Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Drew, it falls under Devon local authority.
Dolton Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 5 applications for 3 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dolton Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, Dolton 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Square, Dolton, Winkleigh, Torridge, EX19 8QF |
| Headteacher | Samantha Drew |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 35 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.3% |
| School Capacity | 35 / 70 (50% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2024. 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
2025/26Oversubscribed3
5
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Square, Dolton, Winkleigh
Torridge, EX19 8QF
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