Best 3 Secondary schools in North 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 secondary schools: Pilton Community College (Secondary) in Barnstaple; Braunton Academy (Secondary) in Braunton; Chulmleigh Community College (Secondary) in Chulmleigh — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Pilton Community College, Braunton Academy and Chulmleigh Community College. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Barnstaple, Devon, Braunton, Devon and Chulmleigh, Devon. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Pilton Community College), published May 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Pilton Community College (May 2023). average roll around ≈ 900, combined total ≈ 2,750, typical FSM 20–25%, range 10–15%–25–30%; spread across trusts such as VENTRUS LIMITED and Chulmleigh Academy Trust.

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Attribute	Pilton Community College EX31 1RB	Braunton Academy EX33 2BP	Chulmleigh Community College EX18 7AA
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Barnstaple Devon EX31 1RB	Braunton Devon EX33 2BP	Chulmleigh Devon EX18 7AA
Latest Ofsted	2 2 May 2023	2 5 Sep 2016	2 2 Mar 2015
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 850 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 750 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1350	840	750
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	VENTRUS LIMITED	Devon (878)	Chulmleigh Academy Trust
Website	www.piltoncollege.org.uk	www.braunton.academy	www.chulmleigh.devon.sch.uk
Telephone	01271374381	01271812221	01769580215
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Pilton Community College

EX31 1RB

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Barnstaple
Devon
EX31 1RB
Ofsted: 2 2 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: VENTRUS LIMITED
Website: www.piltoncollege.org.uk
Telephone: 01271374381

Braunton Academy

EX33 2BP

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Braunton
Devon
EX33 2BP
Ofsted: 2 5 Sep 2016
Pupils: ≈ 850 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Devon (878)
Website: www.braunton.academy
Telephone: 01271812221

Chulmleigh Community College

EX18 7AA

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Chulmleigh
Devon
EX18 7AA
Ofsted: 2 2 Mar 2015
Pupils: ≈ 750 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Chulmleigh Academy Trust
Website: www.chulmleigh.devon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01769580215

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.