Ugborough Primary School

About Ugborough Primary School

Ugborough Primary School is a state primary in the South Hams area of Devon, and it’s a school that is clearly in demand. With 117 pupils on roll against a capacity of 105, the school is operating above its official limit, which is a strong signal of local popularity. That demand is backed up by the admissions data for the 2025/26 intake: the school received 28 applications for just 12 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 2.33, and all 12 first-preference offers were taken up. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 7.7%, which is notably lower than the national average for primary schools, suggesting a relatively affluent intake. The school is mixed, non-denominational, and serves the 4–11 age range, with no nursery or sixth form provision.

Academically, Ugborough holds a Good rating from Ofsted, confirmed in an ungraded inspection in July 2023 where the school was judged to have remained Good. Its most recent graded inspection, back in 2013, also awarded Good for overall effectiveness and leadership. In the 2023/24 Key Stage 2 results, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, which is just below the Devon local authority average of 57%. However, the school performed well in reading, with an average score of 108 and 45% of pupils reaching the higher standard. Maths was also solid, with an average score of 106 and 73% hitting the expected level. Nationally, the school ranks in the bottom half for its combined expected standard metric, but within the South West region it sits around the 62nd percentile.

The school offers a good range of facilities, including a Forest School, library, gymnasium, sensory room and art studios, plus a chapel. Sports provision covers cross country, cricket, football, netball and dance, while clubs include film, choir, drama, art, gardening and eco club. SEND support is in place for specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs, and speech, language and communication issues. With its oversubscribed status and strong local reputation, Ugborough is likely to suit families who live close enough to secure a place and who value a well-resourced village primary with a focus on outdoor learning and creative activities. It is not a school for those seeking a nursery or secondary provision on site.

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