Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School
108%
Capacity
455
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School
Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 455 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ben Nelson-Smith, it falls under Devon local authority.
Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
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 Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Swimming, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Fish Street, Exeter, Exeter, EX2 7TR |
| Headteacher | Ben Nelson-Smith |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 455 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.4% |
| School Capacity | 455 / 420 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2022. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fish Street, Exeter
Exeter, EX2 7TR
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