Roundswell Community Primary Academy
65%
Capacity
298
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Roundswell Community Primary Academy
Roundswell Community Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the North Devon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 298 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Roundswell Community Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Blunt, it falls under Devon local authority.
Roundswell Community Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 49 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
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 Roundswell Community Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Athletics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Devon, Roundswell Community Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Roundswell School, Claypits Road, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX31 3WJ |
| Headteacher | Richard Blunt |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 298 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.6% |
| School Capacity | 298 / 459 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jul 2023. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Roundswell School, Claypits Road, Barnstaple
North Devon, EX31 3WJ
Roundswell School, Claypits Road, Barnstaple
North Devon, EX31 3WJ
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