Yeo Valley Primary School
57%
Capacity
199
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Yeo Valley Primary School
Yeo Valley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Devon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll, operating at 57% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Yeo Valley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Bishop, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5612th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 31 in North Devon.
Yeo Valley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 18 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Yeo Valley Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Devon, Yeo Valley 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 | Derby Road, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX32 7HB |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Bishop |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.6% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 350 (57% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5612th of 13,686
Nationally
515th of 1,469
In South West
7th of 31
In North Devon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
67%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yeo Valley Primary School
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Contact Information
Derby Road, Barnstaple
North Devon, EX32 7HB
Derby Road, Barnstaple
North Devon, EX32 7HB
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