Whitchurch Community Primary School
101%
Capacity
218
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Whitchurch Community Primary School
Whitchurch Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 218 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 215 places).
Ofsted has rated Whitchurch Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Abigail Croot, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11959th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 16 in West Devon.
Whitchurch Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 21 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 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 Whitchurch Community Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Devon, Whitchurch Community 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Tavistock, West Devon, PL19 9SR |
| Headteacher | Abigail Croot |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.3% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 215 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11959th of 13,686
Nationally
1210th of 1,469
In South West
13th of 16
In West Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
44%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Tavistock
West Devon, PL19 9SR
Journey to School
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