St Thomas Primary School
93%
Capacity
193
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Thomas Primary School
St Thomas Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 193 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 208 places).
Ofsted has rated St Thomas Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dan Jenkins, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8156th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 17 in Exeter.
St Thomas Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 26 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Thomas Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, St Thomas 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Union Street, Exeter, Exeter, EX2 9BB |
| Headteacher | Dan Jenkins |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 193 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.3% |
| School Capacity | 193 / 208 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8156th of 13,686
Nationally
774th of 1,469
In South West
10th of 17
In Exeter
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
59%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Thomas Primary School
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Contact Information
Union Street, Exeter
Exeter, EX2 9BB
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