Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-School
108%
Capacity
130
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-School
Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Devon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 130 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Davies, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11542nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 44 in East Devon.
Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 20 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Dance, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Eco Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Devon, Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Rockbeare, Exeter, East Devon, EX5 2EQ |
| Headteacher | Sally Davies |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 130 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.2% |
| School Capacity | 130 / 120 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11542nd of 13,686
Nationally
1152nd of 1,469
In South West
34th of 44
In East Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
46%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rockbeare, Exeter
East Devon, EX5 2EQ
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