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Exminster Community Primary

Exminster Community Primary

Teignbridge, EX6 8AJPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

93%

Capacity

391

Pupils

1.3x

Demand

About Exminster Community Primary

Exminster Community Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Teignbridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 391 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places).

Ofsted has rated Exminster Community Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Whalley, it falls under Devon local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5843rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 43 in Teignbridge.

Exminster Community Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 47 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Exminster Community Primary include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Athletics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Coding, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Teignbridge, Exminster Community Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressMain Road, Exminster, Exeter, Teignbridge, EX6 8AJ
HeadteacherSarah Whalley
Local AuthorityDevon
Number of Pupils391
Free School Meals (FSM)12.3%
School Capacity391 / 420 (93% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

21 Sept 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)

5843rd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 50%

537th of 1,469

In South West

Top 50%

17th of 43

In Teignbridge

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

66%

Expected Standard

6%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:83%
Higher:42%
Writing
Expected:77%
Higher:9%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:78%
Higher:29%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +5%

'22/23

61%

'23/24

66%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
Sports HallICT SuitePlaying FieldsOutdoor PlaygroundDining HallArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

Cross CountrySwimmingAthleticsNetballCricket

Clubs & Activities

ChoirBook ClubCodingArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

47

Applications

63

Balanced

Applications roughly match available places

Applications to places ratio1.3x
0x1x2x3x5x+

47 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Exminster Community Primary

Exminster Community Primary has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01392824340www.exminster-primary.devon.sch.uk/

Main Road, Exminster, Exeter

Teignbridge, EX6 8AJ

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Main Road, Exminster, Exeter

Teignbridge, EX6 8AJ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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