PrimaryData as of May 2026

South Molton United CofE Primary School

Exeter Road, South Molton, EX36 4EN

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Church of England

Pupils

228

Ages

4-11

FSM

26.8%

Capacity

240

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Sept 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

65.0%

Writing

58.0%

Maths

55.0%

RWM Combined

52.0%

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About South Molton United CofE Primary School

South Molton United CofE Primary School is a primary school in South Molton, Devon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 228 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Exeter Road, South Molton, EX36 4EN | More schools in Devon

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for South Molton United CofE Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2023 — Requires improvement
Sept 2023 — Requires improvement (predecessor: South Molton United Church of England Primary School)
Mar 2018 — Good (predecessor: South Molton United Church of England Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about South Molton United CofE Primary School

What is South Molton United CofE Primary School's Ofsted rating?

South Molton United CofE Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are South Molton United CofE Primary School's latest exam results?

South Molton United CofE Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 52% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is South Molton United CofE Primary School located?

South Molton United CofE Primary School is a primary school in South Molton, Devon (EX36 4EN).

How many pupils attend South Molton United CofE Primary School?

South Molton United CofE Primary School has around 228 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare South Molton United CofE Primary School with other schools?

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