East-the-Water Community Primary School
96%
Capacity
448
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About East-the-Water Community Primary School
East-the-Water Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 466 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated East-the-Water Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Buckeridge, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6008th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 21 in Torridge.
East-the-Water Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 43 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at East-the-Water Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Book Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, East-the-Water Community 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 | Mines Road, Bideford, Torridge, EX39 4BZ |
| Headteacher | Adam Buckeridge |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.8% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 466 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6008th of 13,686
Nationally
558th of 1,469
In South West
7th of 21
In Torridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
65%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
53
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mines Road, Bideford
Torridge, EX39 4BZ
Journey to School
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