St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School
47%
Capacity
49
Pupils
1.0x
Demand
About St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School
St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Devon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 49 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (47% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Healey, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 25% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13464th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 35 in Mid Devon.
The school has 8 places available and received 8 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Rounders, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, St Thomas of Canterbury 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Eastington Road, Crediton, Mid Devon, EX17 6QE |
| Headteacher | Sarah Healey |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 49 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.8% |
| School Capacity | 49 / 105 (47% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (25%)
13464th of 13,686
Nationally
1440th of 1,469
In South West
34th of 35
In Mid Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
25%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
25%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/268
8
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (100% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Eastington Road, Crediton
Mid Devon, EX17 6QE
Journey to School
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