Halwill Community Primary School
78%
Capacity
82
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Halwill Community Primary School
Halwill Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 82 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Halwill Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruhaina Alford, 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 5955th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 21 in Torridge.
Halwill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 15 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Halwill Community Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.5/5 from 2 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Halwill Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, Halwill 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dreybury Lane, Beaworthy, Torridge, EX21 5XU |
| Headteacher | Ruhaina Alford |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 82 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.0% |
| School Capacity | 82 / 105 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5955th of 13,686
Nationally
550th of 1,469
In South West
6th 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
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
17
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
15 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Halwill Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Dreybury Lane, Beaworthy
Torridge, EX21 5XU
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