Pilton Infants' Academy
98%
Capacity
177
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Pilton Infants' Academy
Pilton Infants' Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 177 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Pilton Infants' Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Thomas, it falls under Devon local authority.
Pilton Infants' Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 50 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Pilton Infants' Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pilton Infants' Academy include Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Devon, Pilton Infants' Academy 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Abbey Road, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX31 1JU |
| Headteacher | Ian Thomas |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.6% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 180 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
35 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
74
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Abbey Road, Barnstaple
North Devon, EX31 1JU
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