Best 3 Primary schools in Devon – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School (Primary) in Tavistock; Broadclyst Community Primary School (Primary) in Exeter; Westclyst Community Primary School (Primary) in Exeter — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School, Broadclyst Community Primary School and Westclyst Community Primary School. They are primary phase and community school, academy converter and free schools type located around Tavistock, Devon and Exeter, Devon. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School), published Jan 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School (Jan 2024). average roll around ≈ 400, combined total ≈ 1,150, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–15–20%; all within the Cornerstone Academy Trust trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School PL19 9PR	Broadclyst Community Primary School EX5 3JG	Westclyst Community Primary School EX1 3YG
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Free schools
Location	Tavistock Devon PL19 9PR	Exeter Devon EX5 3JG	Exeter Devon EX1 3YG
Latest Ofsted	1 23 Jan 2024	1 30 Nov 2022	1 18 Jun 2019
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 500 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	105	420	—
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	—
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Devon (878)	Cornerstone Academy Trust	Cornerstone Academy Trust
Website	www.marytavyandbrentorpri.co.uk	www.bcps.org.uk	www.wcps.education
Telephone	01822810384	01392304040	01392304040
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School

PL19 9PR

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Tavistock
Devon
PL19 9PR
Ofsted: 1 23 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Devon (878)
Website: www.marytavyandbrentorpri.co.uk
Telephone: 01822810384

Broadclyst Community Primary School

EX5 3JG

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Exeter
Devon
EX5 3JG
Ofsted: 1 30 Nov 2022
Pupils: ≈ 500 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cornerstone Academy Trust
Website: www.bcps.org.uk
Telephone: 01392304040

Westclyst Community Primary School

EX1 3YG

Phase / Type: Primary • Free schools
Location: Exeter
Devon
EX1 3YG
Ofsted: 1 18 Jun 2019
Pupils: ≈ 550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cornerstone Academy Trust
Website: www.wcps.education
Telephone: 01392304040

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.