Monkleigh Primary School
111%
Capacity
133
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Monkleigh Primary School
Monkleigh Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 133 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Monkleigh Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Reeves, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6123rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 21 in Torridge.
Monkleigh 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 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Monkleigh Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Netball, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, Monkleigh 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Monkleigh, Bideford, Torridge, EX39 5JY |
| Headteacher | Karen Reeves |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 133 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 133 / 120 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jan 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6123rd of 13,686
Nationally
564th of 1,469
In South West
8th of 21
In Torridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
65%
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
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
Monkleigh, Bideford
Torridge, EX39 5JY
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