Montgomery Primary School
105%
Capacity
442
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Montgomery Primary School
Montgomery Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 442 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Montgomery Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katrina Way, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9678th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 17 in Exeter.
Montgomery Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 59 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
Montgomery Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (122 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Montgomery Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, Montgomery 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 | Redvers Road, Exeter, Exeter, EX4 1BS |
| Headteacher | Katrina Way |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 442 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.9% |
| School Capacity | 442 / 420 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9678th of 13,686
Nationally
946th of 1,469
In South West
12th of 17
In Exeter
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
122 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montgomery Primary School
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Contact Information
Redvers Road, Exeter
Exeter, EX4 1BS
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