Hatherleigh Community Primary School
87%
Capacity
183
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Hatherleigh Community Primary School
Hatherleigh Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 183 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Hatherleigh Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alan Monger, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11922nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 16 in West Devon.
Hatherleigh Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 22 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hatherleigh Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Devon, Hatherleigh 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 | South Street, Okehampton, West Devon, EX20 3JB |
| Headteacher | Alan Monger |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 183 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.0% |
| School Capacity | 183 / 210 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11922nd of 13,686
Nationally
1204th of 1,469
In South West
12th of 16
In West Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
44%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed22
27
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 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
South Street, Okehampton
West Devon, EX20 3JB
Journey to School
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