Sherford Vale School & Nursery
74%
Capacity
310
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Sherford Vale School & Nursery
Sherford Vale School & Nursery is a state-funded None primary school serving the South Hams community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 310 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sherford Vale School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laurie Archer, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6732nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 35 in South Hams.
Sherford Vale School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 39 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sherford Vale School & Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Art Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Hams, Sherford Vale School & Nursery 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 | None |
| Address | Hercules Road, GB, Sherford, South Hams, PL9 8FA |
| Headteacher | Laurie Archer |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 310 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.0% |
| School Capacity | 310 / 420 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6732nd of 13,686
Nationally
636th of 1,469
In South West
21st of 35
In South Hams
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
63%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sherford Vale School & Nursery
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Contact Information
Hercules Road, GB, Sherford
South Hams, PL9 8FA
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