Silverton Church of England Primary School
76%
Capacity
106
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Silverton Church of England Primary School
Silverton 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 106 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Silverton Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Jolliffe, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5149th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 35 in Mid Devon.
Silverton Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 13 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
Silverton Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 65% recommending the school (37 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Silverton Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Silverton 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 | Coach Road, Exeter, Mid Devon, EX5 4JY |
| Headteacher | John Jolliffe |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 106 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 106 / 140 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5149th of 13,686
Nationally
468th of 1,469
In South West
8th of 35
In Mid Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
37 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
18
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Silverton Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Coach Road, Exeter
Mid Devon, EX5 4JY
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