Seaton Primary School
98%
Capacity
376
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Seaton Primary School
Seaton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 376 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 384 places).
Ofsted has rated Seaton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenna McCaffery, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5676th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 44 in East Devon.
Seaton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 45 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Seaton Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Football, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Film Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Devon, Seaton 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Valley View, Seaton, East Devon, EX12 2HF |
| Headteacher | Jenna McCaffery |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 376 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.2% |
| School Capacity | 376 / 384 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5676th of 13,686
Nationally
522nd of 1,469
In South West
16th of 44
In East Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
66%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
49
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (90% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Valley View, Seaton
East Devon, EX12 2HF
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