Hayward's Primary School
95%
Capacity
399
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Hayward's Primary School
Hayward's Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 399 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Hayward's Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andy Smith, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10253rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 35 in Mid Devon.
Hayward's Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 52 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hayward's Primary School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Hayward's 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 | East Street, Crediton, Mid Devon, EX17 3AX |
| Headteacher | Andy Smith |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 399 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.6% |
| School Capacity | 399 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10253rd of 13,686
Nationally
1004th of 1,469
In South West
21st of 35
In Mid Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
52%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
65
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (80% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
East Street, Crediton
Mid Devon, EX17 3AX
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