Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School
115%
Capacity
121
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School
Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Mid Devon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 121 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Price, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4509th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 35 in Mid Devon.
Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 16 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (44 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Sampford Peverell 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 | Higher Town, Tiverton, Mid Devon, EX16 7BR |
| Headteacher | Sarah Price |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 121 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.9% |
| School Capacity | 121 / 105 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4509th of 13,686
Nationally
392nd of 1,469
In South West
7th of 35
In Mid Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
44 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Higher Town, Tiverton
Mid Devon, EX16 7BR
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