Northlew and Ashbury Parochial Church of England Primary School
35%
Capacity
17
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About Northlew and Ashbury Parochial Church of England Primary School
Northlew and Ashbury Parochial Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Devon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 17 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (35% of 49 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Northlew and Ashbury Parochial Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Counter, it falls under Devon local authority.
The school has 2 places available and received 2 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Northlew and Ashbury Parochial Church of England Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Devon, Northlew and Ashbury Parochial 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 | Northlew, Okehampton, West Devon, EX20 3PB |
| Headteacher | Sarah Counter |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 17 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.3% |
| School Capacity | 17 / 49 (35% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 May 2013. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/262
2
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
2 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
Northlew, Okehampton
West Devon, EX20 3PB
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