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Uffculme Primary School

Uffculme Primary School

Mid Devon, EX15 3AYPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressAshley Road, Cullompton, Mid Devon, EX15 3AY
HeadteacherFraser Wallace
Local AuthorityDevon
Number of Pupils244
Free School Meals (FSM)14.8%
School Capacity244 / 248 (98% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

27 Mar 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

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

Top 50%

297th of 1,469

In South West

Top 25%

4th of 35

In Mid Devon

Top 25%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

72%

Expected Standard

3%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:91%
Higher:31%
Writing
Expected:78%
Higher:9%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:88%
Higher:19%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +7%

'22/23

65%

'23/24

72%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

DyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Playing FieldsLibraryGymnasiumICT SuiteForest SchoolChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

DanceRoundersCricketAthleticsGymnasticsNetball

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubDramaChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

67

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Uffculme Primary School

Uffculme Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01884840282uffculmeprimary.bep.ac

Ashley Road, Cullompton

Mid Devon, EX15 3AY

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Ashley Road, Cullompton

Mid Devon, EX15 3AY

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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