Whimple Primary School

About Whimple Primary School

Whimple Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 131 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 140 places).

Ofsted has rated Whimple Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher C A Shilston, it falls under Devon local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11082nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 44 in East Devon.

Whimple Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 20 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Whimple Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in East Devon, Whimple 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.

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