PrimaryData as of May 2026

Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy

Abbey Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1JU

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Church of England

Pupils

255

Ages

7-11

FSM

19.6%

Capacity

264

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

75.0%

Maths

71.0%

RWM Combined

63.0%

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About Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy

Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy is a primary school in Barnstaple, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 255 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Abbey Road, Barnstaple, EX31 1JU | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2023 — Good
Jan 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy

What is Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy's Ofsted rating?

Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy's latest exam results?

Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy located?

Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy is a primary school in Barnstaple, Devon (EX31 1JU).

How many pupils attend Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy?

Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy has around 255 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy with other schools?

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