The Topsham School
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About The Topsham School
The Topsham School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Topsham School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maria White, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5161st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 17 in Exeter.
The Topsham School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 23 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Topsham School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, The Topsham 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Orchard Way, Exeter, Exeter, EX3 0DN |
| Headteacher | Maria White |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5161st of 13,686
Nationally
469th of 1,469
In South West
8th of 17
In Exeter
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
67%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Topsham School
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Contact Information
Orchard Way, Exeter
Exeter, EX3 0DN
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