Willand School
94%
Capacity
390
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Willand School
Willand School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Devon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 390 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 417 places).
Ofsted has rated Willand School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Naomi Tottle, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9817th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 35 in Mid Devon.
Willand School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 53 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Willand School include Playing Fields, Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Willand 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 | Gables Road, Cullompton, Mid Devon, EX15 2QL |
| Headteacher | Naomi Tottle |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 390 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.4% |
| School Capacity | 390 / 417 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9817th of 13,686
Nationally
963rd of 1,469
In South West
18th of 35
In Mid Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
53%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Willand School
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Contact Information
Gables Road, Cullompton
Mid Devon, EX15 2QL
Journey to School
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