Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School
82%
Capacity
222
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School
Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Exeter community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 222 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Moretta, it falls under Devon local authority.
Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 55 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whipton Barton Infants and Nursery School include Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Exeter, Whipton Barton Infants 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Whipton Barton Infant and Nursery School, Whipton, Exeter, Exeter, EX1 3JP |
| Headteacher | Louise Moretta |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.5% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 270 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2013. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
61
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
44 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
Whipton Barton Infant and Nursery School, Whipton, Exeter
Exeter, EX1 3JP
Whipton Barton Infant and Nursery School, Whipton, Exeter
Exeter, EX1 3JP
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