Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy

About Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy

Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Devon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 127 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 120 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Thomas, it falls under Devon local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6455th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 31 in North Devon.

The school has 16 places available and received 16 applications, meaning most applicants are likely to secure a place.

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

On-site facilities at Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in North Devon, Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy 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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