St Catherine's CofE Primary School
58%
Capacity
122
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About St Catherine's CofE Primary School
St Catherine's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Teignbridge community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 122 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Catherine's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Harding, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9746th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 43 in Teignbridge.
St Catherine's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 18 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 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 St Catherine's CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Swimming, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Teignbridge, St Catherine's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Musket Road, Heathfield, Newton Abbot, Teignbridge, TQ12 6SB |
| Headteacher | Martin Harding |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 122 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.2% |
| School Capacity | 122 / 210 (58% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9746th of 13,686
Nationally
956th of 1,469
In South West
28th of 43
In Teignbridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
21%
'23/24
54%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
22
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (82% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Catherine's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Musket Road, Heathfield, Newton Abbot
Teignbridge, TQ12 6SB
Musket Road, Heathfield, Newton Abbot
Teignbridge, TQ12 6SB
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