St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)
97%
Capacity
611
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)
St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 611 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Slaven, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3360th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 17 in Exeter.
St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) is a popular choice with families — it received 134 applications for 79 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 72 were first-preference applications.
St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (140 responses).
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 Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) include Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) 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 | St Leonard's Road, Exeter, Exeter, EX2 4NQ |
| Headteacher | Emma Slaven |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 611 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.6% |
| School Capacity | 611 / 630 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3360th of 13,686
Nationally
291st of 1,469
In South West
3rd of 17
In Exeter
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
73%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
140 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed79
134
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
72 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
St Leonard's Road, Exeter
Exeter, EX2 4NQ
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