Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School
80%
Capacity
123
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School
Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Hams community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 123 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 154 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Penelope Bishop, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12263rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 35 in South Hams.
The school has 10 places available and received 10 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School include Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Chess, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Hams, Newton Ferrers Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Newton Ferrers, Newton Ferrers Plymouth, South Hams, PL8 1AS |
| Headteacher | Penelope Bishop |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 123 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 123 / 154 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12263rd of 13,686
Nationally
1272nd of 1,469
In South West
30th of 35
In South Hams
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
42%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/2610
10
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (100% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Newton Ferrers, Newton Ferrers Plymouth
South Hams, PL8 1AS
Newton Ferrers, Newton Ferrers Plymouth
South Hams, PL8 1AS
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