Wilcombe Primary School

About Wilcombe Primary School

Wilcombe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Devon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 167 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 200 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Wilcombe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Hill-Jones, it falls under Devon local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11760th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 35 in Mid Devon.

Wilcombe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 13 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Wilcombe Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Gardening, Film Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Wilcombe 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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