- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
42 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1179%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 244
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.8
Schools in EX39
A postcode district in Devon
- Postcode district
- 25 schools and nurseries
In short: EX39 is a postcode district in Devon with 14 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 nurseries2514 primary · 3 secondary · 9 nurseries
Top-rated
All EX39 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in EX39
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 EX39
14 in EX39, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
19 first choices, 15 offers made
Met the standard at 1180%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.6%
- Pupils
- 137
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
30 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1157%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 204
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.5
Top Secondary Schools in EX39
3 in EX39, best first
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 3 areas
Results below the England average.
251 first choices, 250 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.3%
- Pupils
- 1,455
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.6
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
22 first choices, 24 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 15.0%
- Pupils
- 242
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.3
Nurseries in EX39
9 in EX39, highest Ofsted grade first
Muddy Boots
Bideford, EX39 2RQ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Abbotsham and Alwington Pre-School
Bideford, EX39 5AP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Bearfoot Preschool Ltd
Bideford, EX39 5AP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in EX39
2 in EX39, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 3 areas
Results below the England average.
251 first choices, 250 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1642.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.3%
- Pupils
- 1,455
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.6
Kingsley School Devon
Bideford, EX39 3LY · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1635.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 447
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in EX39
1 in EX39. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Kingsley School Devon
Bideford, EX39 3LY · Independent · All-through · Ages 2 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results well below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1635.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 447
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in EX39, 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.
- Outstanding1
- Good15
- Requires improvement2
- 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 EX39 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
EX39 has 25 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 EX39
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 EX39
Nearby areas
How many schools are in EX39?
EX39 has 25 schools, including 14 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 9 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in EX39?
The highest-ranked schools in EX39 on Eduscope are Appledore School, Monkleigh Primary School, St Helen's Church of England 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 EX39?
There is 1 independent school in EX39. 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 EX39?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 25 schools in EX39 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.