Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School
75%
Capacity
496
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School
Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Devon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 496 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alex Spraggon, 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 5673rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 44 in East Devon.
Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 64 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (81 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Devon, Sidmouth Church of England (VA) 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 | 55 Woolbrook Road, Sidmouth, East Devon, EX10 9XB |
| Headteacher | Alex Spraggon |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 496 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.1% |
| School Capacity | 496 / 664 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5673rd of 13,686
Nationally
521st of 1,469
In South West
15th 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
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
81 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed64
72
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (89% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sidmouth Church of England (VA) Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
55 Woolbrook Road, Sidmouth
East Devon, EX10 9XB
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