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Schools in EX36

A postcode district in Devon

  • Postcode district
  • 8 schools and nurseries

In short: EX36 is a postcode district in Devon with 5 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 2 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries85 primary · 2 secondary · 2 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in EX36

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.

All EX36 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in EX36

5 in EX36, best first

North Molton Primary School

South Molton, EX36 3HL · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

16 first choices, 15 offers made

Met the standard at 1165%

England 62%

Days missed
6.4%
Pupils
124
Pupils per teacher
21.0
View school North Molton Primary School

Bishops Nympton Primary School

South Molton, EX36 4PU · State · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results well below the England average.

5 first choices, 5 offers made

Met the standard at 1140%

England 62%

Days missed
5.5%
Pupils
80
Pupils per teacher
12.8
View school Bishops Nympton Primary School

Top Secondary Schools in EX36

2 in EX36, best first

South Molton Community College

South Molton, EX36 4LA · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

Results close to the England average.

118 first choices, 120 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1648.4

England 46.2

Days missed
11.1%
Pupils
656
Pupils per teacher
19.4
View school South Molton Community College

Nurseries in EX36

2 in EX36, highest Ofsted grade first

Special Schools in EX36

1 in EX36. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Private Schools in EX36

1 in EX36. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

The map

Every school in EX36, 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.

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Bishops Nympton Primary School, Good in every areaSouth Molton Community College, Good in every areaBlackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School, OutstandingNorth Molton Primary School, GoodSouth Molton Community Primary School, GoodSouth Molton United CofE Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaKiddywinks Neighbourhood Nursery And Pre School, GoodTarka Tots Ltd - South Molton, Good
  • Outstanding1
  • Good4
  • Not graded yet3
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 EX36 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

EX36 has 8 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 EX36

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 EX36

How many schools are in EX36?

EX36 has 8 schools, including 5 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 2 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 EX36?

The highest-ranked schools in EX36 on Eduscope are South Molton Community College, South Molton Community Primary School, North Molton 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 EX36?

There is 1 independent school in EX36, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in EX36?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 8 schools in EX36 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.

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