Best 3 Primary schools in Exeter – 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: St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy (Primary) in Exeter; Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School (Primary) in Exeter; St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) (Primary) in Exeter — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy, Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School and St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC). They are primary phase and academy sponsor led, community school and academy converter type located around Exeter, Devon. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy), published Sep 2015. The most recent inspection on record is for St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy (Sep 2015). average roll around ≈ 450, combined total ≈ 1,350, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–10–15%; all within the St Christopher's C of E (Primary) Multi Academy Trust trust.

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Attribute	St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy EX1 2SN	Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School EX4 7DB	St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC) EX2 4NQ
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy sponsor led	Primary • Community school	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Exeter Devon EX1 2SN	Exeter Devon EX4 7DB	Exeter Devon EX2 4NQ
Latest Ofsted	1 11 Sep 2015	1 3 Sep 2015	1 25 Mar 2015
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 600 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	420	270	630
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	St Christopher's C of E (Primary) Multi Academy Trust	Devon (878)	St Christopher's C of E (Primary) Multi Academy Trust
Website	www.stmichaels.stcmat.org	www.stokehill.devon.sch.uk	www.stleonards.devon.sch.uk
Telephone	01392256669	01392258894	01392666570
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy

EX1 2SN

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Exeter
Devon
EX1 2SN
Ofsted: 1 11 Sep 2015
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: St Christopher's C of E (Primary) Multi Academy Trust
Website: www.stmichaels.stcmat.org
Telephone: 01392256669

Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School

EX4 7DB

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Exeter
Devon
EX4 7DB
Ofsted: 1 3 Sep 2015
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Devon (878)
Website: www.stokehill.devon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01392258894

St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)

EX2 4NQ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Exeter
Devon
EX2 4NQ
Ofsted: 1 25 Mar 2015
Pupils: ≈ 600 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: St Christopher's C of E (Primary) Multi Academy Trust
Website: www.stleonards.devon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01392666570

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.

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