PrimaryData as of May 2026

St Helen's Church of England School

Abbotsham, Bideford, EX39 5AP

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Church of England

Pupils

206

Ages

2-11

FSM

8.7%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

63.0%

Maths

73.0%

RWM Combined

57.0%

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About St Helen's Church of England School

St Helen's Church of England School is a primary school in Bideford, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 206 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Abbotsham, Bideford, EX39 5AP | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Helen's Church of England School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2022 — School remains Good
Jan 2013 — Good (predecessor: St Helen's Church of England Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about St Helen's Church of England School

What is St Helen's Church of England School's Ofsted rating?

St Helen's Church of England School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

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

St Helen's Church of England School: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is St Helen's Church of England School located?

St Helen's Church of England School is a primary school in Bideford, Devon (EX39 5AP).

How many pupils attend St Helen's Church of England School?

St Helen's Church of England School has around 206 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St Helen's Church of England School with other schools?

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