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Yeoford Community Primary School

Yeoford Community Primary School

Mid Devon, EX17 5HZPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

66%

Capacity

46

Pupils

1.8x

Demand

About Yeoford Community Primary School

Yeoford Community Primary 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 46 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Yeoford Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christian Martin, it falls under Devon local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12526th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 35 in Mid Devon.

Yeoford Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 7 applications for 4 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 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 Yeoford Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Tennis, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Coding and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Mid Devon, Yeoford Community 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressStation Road, Crediton, Mid Devon, EX17 5HZ
HeadteacherChristian Martin
Local AuthorityDevon
Number of Pupils46
Free School Meals (FSM)10.9%
School Capacity46 / 70 (66% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

9 Jun 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (9 Jun 2022): School remains Good

Improved
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 8 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)

12526th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 92%

1310th of 1,469

In South West

Top 89%

31st of 35

In Mid Devon

Top 89%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

40%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 102
Expected:60%
Higher:30%
Writing
Expected:50%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 100
Expected:60%
Higher:10%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +29%

'22/23

11%

'23/24

40%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
GymnasiumSports HallOutdoor PlaygroundICT SuiteArt StudiosMusic RoomsDining HallPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

13

Sports

FootballGymnasticsTennisCricketDanceSwimmingCross Country

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubScience ClubArt ClubCodingChessEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

4

Applications

7

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.8x
0x1x2x3x5x+

4 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Yeoford Community Primary School

Yeoford Community Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

0136384234www.yeoford.thelink.academy

Station Road, Crediton

Mid Devon, EX17 5HZ

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Station Road, Crediton

Mid Devon, EX17 5HZ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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