St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy
100%
Capacity
419
Pupils
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Demand
About St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy
St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 419 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Luke Williams, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4739th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 17 in Exeter.
St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 59 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (159 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 Michael's Church of England Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy 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 | South Lawn Terrace, Exeter, Exeter, EX1 2SN |
| Headteacher | Luke Williams |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 419 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.6% |
| School Capacity | 419 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4739th of 13,686
Nationally
421st of 1,469
In South West
6th of 17
In Exeter
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
159 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
South Lawn Terrace, Exeter
Exeter, EX1 2SN
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