East Anstey Primary School
59%
Capacity
30
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About East Anstey Primary School
East Anstey Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Devon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 30 pupils on roll, operating at 59% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated East Anstey Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tim Gurney, it falls under Devon local authority.
East Anstey Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 8 applications for 7 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at East Anstey Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Football, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Devon, East Anstey 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | East Anstey, Tiverton, North Devon, EX16 9JP |
| Headteacher | Tim Gurney |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 30 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.6% |
| School Capacity | 30 / 51 (59% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
8
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (88% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
East Anstey, Tiverton
North Devon, EX16 9JP
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