Dunsford Community Academy
118%
Capacity
99
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Dunsford Community Academy
Dunsford Community Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Teignbridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 99 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 84 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Dunsford Community Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Liam O'Sullivan, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5615th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 43 in Teignbridge.
Dunsford Community Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 9 applications for 7 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dunsford Community Academy include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Teignbridge, Dunsford Community 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dunsford, Exeter, Teignbridge, EX6 7DD |
| Headteacher | Liam O'Sullivan |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 99 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.5% |
| School Capacity | 99 / 84 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5615th of 13,686
Nationally
516th of 1,469
In South West
15th of 43
In Teignbridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
67%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
9
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (78% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dunsford, Exeter
Teignbridge, EX6 7DD
Journey to School
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