Monkerton Community Primary School
86%
Capacity
411
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Monkerton Community Primary School
Monkerton Community Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 411 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Monkerton Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Bishop, it falls under Devon local authority.
Monkerton Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 192 applications for 66 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 93 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 Monkerton Community Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Athletics, Dance, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, Monkerton 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Sestertius Road, Exeter, Exeter, EX1 3WS |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Bishop |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 411 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.9% |
| School Capacity | 411 / 480 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed66
192
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
93 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sestertius Road, Exeter
Exeter, EX1 3WS
Sestertius Road, Exeter
Exeter, EX1 3WS
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