Buckland Brewer Primary School, Bideford

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Buckland Brewer Primary School

Buckland Brewer, Bideford, EX39 5LX

A Requires improvement-rated primary school in Bideford where 33% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Foundation school

Pupils

Ages

2-11

FSM

29.4%

Capacity

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Mar 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

50.0%

Writing

50.0%

Maths

50.0%

RWM Combined

33.0%

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About Buckland Brewer Primary School

Buckland Brewer Primary School is a primary school in Bideford, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 33% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 56 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Buckland Brewer, Bideford, EX39 5LX | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Buckland Brewer Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2024 — Requires improvement
Jan 2023 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Feb 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Buckland Brewer Primary School

What is Buckland Brewer Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Buckland Brewer Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Buckland Brewer Primary School's latest exam results?

Buckland Brewer Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 33% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Buckland Brewer Primary School located?

Buckland Brewer Primary School is a primary school in Bideford, Devon (EX39 5LX).

How many pupils attend Buckland Brewer Primary School?

Buckland Brewer Primary School has around 56 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Buckland Brewer Primary School with other schools?

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