Uffculme Primary School
98%
Capacity
244
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Uffculme Primary School
Uffculme 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 244 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 248 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Uffculme Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fraser Wallace, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3444th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 35 in Mid Devon.
Uffculme Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Uffculme Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Cricket, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Uffculme 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 | Ashley Road, Cullompton, Mid Devon, EX15 3AY |
| Headteacher | Fraser Wallace |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 244 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.8% |
| School Capacity | 244 / 248 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3444th of 13,686
Nationally
297th of 1,469
In South West
4th of 35
In Mid Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
72%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
67
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ashley Road, Cullompton
Mid Devon, EX15 3AY
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