- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Results well below the England average.
22 first choices, 23 offers made
Met the standard at 1154%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.7%
- Pupils
- 161
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.6
Schools in EX32
A postcode district in Devon
- Postcode district
- 22 schools and nurseries
In short: EX32 is a postcode district in Devon with 14 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 7 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2214 primary · 3 secondary · 7 nurseries
Top-rated
All EX32 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in EX32
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 EX32
14 in EX32, best first
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results well below the England average.
62 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1152%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.0%
- Pupils
- 469
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
14 first choices, 14 offers made
Met the standard at 1169%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.1%
- Pupils
- 79
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.8
Top Secondary Schools in EX32
3 in EX32, best first
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results close to the England average.
252 first choices, 252 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 9.7%
- Pupils
- 1,408
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.7
Nurseries in EX32
7 in EX32, highest Ofsted grade first
Banana Moon Day Nursery Barnstaple
Barnstaple, EX32 9BD · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Felicity's Fledglings
Barnstaple, EX32 8HX · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kiddywinks Neighbourhood Nursery and Preschool
Barnstaple, EX32 8NT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in EX32
1 in EX32, by the school's Eduscope score
West Buckland School
Barnstaple, EX32 0SX · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well above the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1655.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 499
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in EX32
1 in EX32. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
The Lampard Community School
Barnstaple, EX32 9DD · Academy · All-through · Ages 5 to 16
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 11.5%
- Pupils
- 196
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.6
Private Schools in EX32
1 in EX32. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
West Buckland School
Barnstaple, EX32 0SX · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well above the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1655.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 499
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in EX32, 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.
- Good15
- Not graded yet7
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 EX32 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
EX32 has 22 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 EX32
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 EX32
Nearby areas
How many schools are in EX32?
EX32 has 22 schools, including 14 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 7 nurseries, 1 independent school, 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 EX32?
The highest-ranked schools in EX32 on Eduscope are Bishops Tawton Primary School, Newport Community School Primary Academy, Swimbridge 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 EX32?
There is 1 independent school in EX32. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in EX32?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 22 schools in EX32 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.