Marpool Primary School
59%
Capacity
249
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Marpool Primary School
Marpool Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Devon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 249 pupils on roll, operating at 59% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Marpool Primary School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Bishop, it falls under Devon local authority.
Marpool Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 14 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marpool Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Netball, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Devon, Marpool 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Moorfield Road, Exmouth, East Devon, EX8 3QW |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Bishop |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 249 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.6% |
| School Capacity | 249 / 420 (59% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
19
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Moorfield Road, Exmouth
East Devon, EX8 3QW
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