Okehampton Primary School and Foundation Unit
70%
Capacity
442
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Okehampton Primary School and Foundation Unit
Okehampton Primary School and Foundation Unit is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Devon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 442 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Okehampton Primary School and Foundation Unit "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dan Marshall, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11410th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 16 in West Devon.
Okehampton Primary School and Foundation Unit is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 44 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
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 Okehampton Primary School and Foundation Unit include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Tennis, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Devon, Okehampton Primary School and Foundation Unit 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 | Glendale Road, Okehampton, West Devon, EX20 1JB |
| Headteacher | Dan Marshall |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 442 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 442 / 630 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11410th of 13,686
Nationally
1139th of 1,469
In South West
11th of 16
In West Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
24%
'23/24
47%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
50
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Glendale Road, Okehampton
West Devon, EX20 1JB
Journey to School
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