Best 3 Primary schools in Torridge – 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: Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School (Primary) in Winkleigh; Dolton Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Winkleigh; Appledore School (Primary) in Bideford — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School, Dolton Church of England Primary School and Appledore School. They are primary phase and academy converter and foundation school type located around Winkleigh, Devon and Bideford, Devon. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School), published Sep 2014. The lowest is 2 (Dolton Church of England Primary School), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Dolton Church of England Primary School (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 400, typical FSM 20–25%, range 5–10%–35–40%; spread across trusts such as TEAM Multi-Academy Trust and ALUMNIS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School EX19 8LJ	Dolton Church of England Primary School EX19 8QF	Appledore School EX39 1PF
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Foundation school
Location	Winkleigh Devon EX19 8LJ	Winkleigh Devon EX19 8QF	Bideford Devon EX39 1PF
Latest Ofsted	1 11 Sep 2014	2 10 Sep 2024	2 21 Sep 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	105	70	210
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	TEAM Multi-Academy Trust	ALUMNIS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST	Devon (878)
Website	www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk	www.clintonanddolton.org	www.appledore-primary.devon.sch.uk
Telephone	01805603263	01805804315	01237474365
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School

EX19 8LJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Winkleigh
Devon
EX19 8LJ
Ofsted: 1 11 Sep 2014
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: TEAM Multi-Academy Trust
Website: www.beaford-primary.devon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01805603263

Dolton Church of England Primary School

EX19 8QF

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Winkleigh
Devon
EX19 8QF
Ofsted: 2 10 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: ALUMNIS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Website: www.clintonanddolton.org
Telephone: 01805804315

Appledore School

EX39 1PF

Phase / Type: Primary • Foundation school
Location: Bideford
Devon
EX39 1PF
Ofsted: 2 21 Sep 2023
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Devon (878)
Website: www.appledore-primary.devon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01237474365

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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