Newton Poppleford Primary School
87%
Capacity
182
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Newton Poppleford Primary School
Newton Poppleford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Newton Poppleford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anthony Pope, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11949th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 44 in East Devon.
Newton Poppleford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 28 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Newton Poppleford Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (71 responses).
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 Newton Poppleford Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Tennis, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Film Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Devon, Newton Poppleford 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Sidmouth, East Devon, EX10 0EL |
| Headteacher | Anthony Pope |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.7% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 210 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11949th of 13,686
Nationally
1208th of 1,469
In South West
37th of 44
In East Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
71 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Sidmouth
East Devon, EX10 0EL
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