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Countess Wear Primary School

Glasshouse Lane, Countess Wear, Exeter, EX2 7BS

Academy sponsor led · Ages 2–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Oct 2022

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31% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

52.0%

Writing

62.0%

Maths

41.0%

RWM Combined

31.0%

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Exminster Community Primary

1.89 km away · Community school

Good

Chestnut Nursery School - Exeter Nursery Schools Federation

1.9 km away · Local authority nursery school

Good

Wynstream Primary School Academy

1.91 km away · Academy converter

Requires improvement

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About Countess Wear Primary School

Countess Wear Primary School is a primary school in Exeter, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 31% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 201 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Glasshouse Lane, Exeter, EX2 7BS | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

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

Nov 2023 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc… (predecessor: Countess Wear Community School)
Oct 2022 — Requires improvement
Oct 2022 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Countess Wear Community School)
Jan 2019 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Countess Wear Community School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Countess Wear Primary School

What is Countess Wear Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Countess Wear Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Countess Wear Primary School's latest exam results?

Countess Wear Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 31% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Countess Wear Primary School located?

Countess Wear Primary School is a primary school in Exeter, Devon (EX2 7BS).

How many pupils attend Countess Wear Primary School?

Countess Wear Primary School has around 201 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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