St David's CofE Primary School
91%
Capacity
96
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St David's CofE Primary School
St David's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 96 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated St David's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelli Reynolds, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9017th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 17 in Exeter.
St David's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
St David's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St David's CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Football, Athletics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, St David'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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Dinham Road, Exeter, Exeter, EX4 4EE |
| Headteacher | Kelli Reynolds |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 96 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.9% |
| School Capacity | 96 / 105 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9017th of 13,686
Nationally
869th of 1,469
In South West
11th of 17
In Exeter
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
24 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St David's CofE 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
Dinham Road, Exeter
Exeter, EX4 4EE
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