Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit
96%
Capacity
81
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit
Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 81 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 84 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit "Good", the school is led by headteacher Melanie Smallwood, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13150th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 21 in Torridge.
Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 6 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Eco Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit 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 | Fore Street, Torrington, Torridge, EX38 8NF |
| Headteacher | Melanie Smallwood |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 81 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.5% |
| School Capacity | 81 / 84 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13150th of 13,686
Nationally
1398th of 1,469
In South West
20th of 21
In Torridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
33%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
10
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fore Street, Torrington
Torridge, EX38 8NF
Journey to School
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