PrimaryData as of May 2026

Holywell Church of England School

Tawstock, Barnstaple, EX31 3HZ

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Church of England

Pupils

Ages

3-11

FSM

20.2%

Capacity

108

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2022

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

82.0%

Writing

45.0%

Maths

73.0%

RWM Combined

45.0%

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About Holywell Church of England School

Holywell Church of England School is a primary school in Barnstaple, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 45% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 84 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Tawstock, Barnstaple, EX31 3HZ | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Holywell Church of England School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2022 — School remains Good
Mar 2017 — Good (predecessor: Holywell Church of England Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Holywell Church of England School

What is Holywell Church of England School's Ofsted rating?

Holywell Church of England School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Holywell Church of England School's latest exam results?

Holywell Church of England School: KS2 2024/25: 45% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Holywell Church of England School located?

Holywell Church of England School is a primary school in Barnstaple, Devon (EX31 3HZ).

How many pupils attend Holywell Church of England School?

Holywell Church of England School has around 84 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Holywell Church of England School with other schools?

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