- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well above the England average.
9 first choices, 10 offers made
Met the standard at 1188%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.5%
- Pupils
- 135
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.5
Schools in EX16
A postcode district in Devon
- Postcode district
- 29 schools and nurseries
In short: EX16 is a postcode district in Devon with 17 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 9 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2917 primary · 3 secondary · 9 nurseries
Top-rated
All EX16 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in EX16
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in EX16
17 in EX16, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
3 first choices, 4 offers made
Met the standard at 1182%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.8%
- Pupils
- 87
- Pupils per teacher
- 11.0
Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School
Tiverton, EX16 7BR · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- Ofsted:Good
Results well below the England average.
6 first choices, 8 offers made
Met the standard at 1150%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 2.8%
- Pupils
- 123
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.6
Top Secondary Schools in EX16
3 in EX16, best first
- Ofsted:Inadequate in 3 areas
Results well below the England average.
197 first choices, 220 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1637.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 13.3%
- Pupils
- 1,083
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.9
Nurseries in EX16
9 in EX16, highest Ofsted grade first
Hurly Burly Day Nursery
Tiverton, EX16 6SH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Little Angels
Tiverton, EX16 8DU · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Muddy Boots at the Market
Tiverton, EX16 6LH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in EX16
1 in EX16, by the school's Eduscope score
Blundell's School
Tiverton, EX16 4DN · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 584
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in EX16
1 in EX16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
ACE Tiverton Special School
Tiverton, EX16 5HB · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 14.5%
- Pupils
- 117
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.6
Private Schools in EX16
2 in EX16. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Blundell's Preparatory School
Tiverton, EX16 4NA · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 228
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Blundell's School
Tiverton, EX16 4DN · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 584
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in EX16, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Good19
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet9
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every EX16 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
EX16 has 29 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in EX16
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about EX16
Nearby areas
How many schools are in EX16?
EX16 has 29 schools, including 17 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 9 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in EX16?
The highest-ranked schools in EX16 on Eduscope are Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy, Uplowman Church of England Primary School, Sampford Peverell Church of England Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in EX16?
There are 2 independent schools in EX16. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in EX16 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in EX16?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 29 schools in EX16 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.