St Margaret's Church of England Junior School
84%
Capacity
201
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Margaret's Church of England Junior School
St Margaret's Church of England Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated St Margaret's Church of England Junior School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sam Malyn, it falls under Devon local authority.
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 Margaret's Church of England Junior School include Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, St Margaret's Church of England Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Seaview Road, Northam, Bideford, Torridge, EX39 1EL |
| Headteacher | Sam Malyn |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.9% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 240 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Mar 2020Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Seaview Road, Northam, Bideford
Torridge, EX39 1EL
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