Littletown Primary Academy

About Littletown Primary Academy

Littletown Primary Academy holds a Good rating from its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024, with personal development judged Outstanding. The school's Key Stage 2 results for the 2023/24 academic year show that 56% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined. This figure sits just one percentage point below the Devon local authority average of 57%, placing the school in a broadly similar position to many others in the area. Among the 44 primary schools in East Devon, Littletown ranks 24th, putting it in the middle of the pack. Nationally, it sits in the 67th percentile, meaning roughly a third of schools across the country perform better on this combined measure.

Looking at individual subjects, reading is the strongest area with 76% of pupils reaching the expected standard and an average scaled score of 104. Writing follows at 68% and maths at 64%, with average scaled scores of 103 for maths. The proportion reaching the higher standard in any subject is relatively low: 17% in both reading and maths, 10% in writing, and just 3% across all three subjects. The school's overall ranking score of 56 places it in the bottom 50% of schools nationally, and it ranks 133rd out of 309 similar schools in Devon. While these figures are not exceptional, they reflect a solid, consistent performance that aligns closely with local averages. For parents focused on academic outcomes, the data suggests Littletown is a dependable choice rather than a standout performer, with particular strength in reading and personal development.

Littletown Primary Academy is a mixed, state-funded primary school for children aged 3 to 11, with nursery provision available. It has 431 pupils on roll against a capacity of 454, so it is nearly full but not overcrowded. The school was oversubscribed for the 2025/26 academic year, receiving 80 applications for 54 places, with 52 of those coming as first preferences. The school supports a range of special educational needs, including dyslexia, speech and language difficulties, autism, and physical disabilities, and has facilities such as a sensory room, library, art studios, and a chapel. Sports include football, swimming, cricket and gymnastics, while clubs range from coding and science to drama and gardening. With 16.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school serves a broadly typical demographic for the area. It suits families looking for a solid local primary with strong pastoral care and a Good Ofsted rating, particularly those who value the Outstanding personal development provision.

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