Woolsery Primary School
82%
Capacity
115
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Woolsery Primary School
Woolsery Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Torridge community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 115 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Woolsery Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matt Cole, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12744th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 21 in Torridge.
Woolsery Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 16 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 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 Woolsery Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Torridge, Woolsery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Woolsery, Bideford, Torridge, EX39 5QS |
| Headteacher | Matt Cole |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 115 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.4% |
| School Capacity | 115 / 140 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12744th of 13,686
Nationally
1338th of 1,469
In South West
17th of 21
In Torridge
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
31%
'23/24
38%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
19
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (84% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woolsery, Bideford
Torridge, EX39 5QS
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