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The Duchy School Bradninch
Bowley Meadow, Townlands, Bradninch, Exeter, Devon, EX5 4RF, Devon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.4 / 100
Top 2%
Better than 98% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
202
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and an impressive 85% of students achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, this primary school stands out as a top choice for parents. The school ranks in the top 7% nationally for expected outcomes, and boasts a remarkable 99% parent satisfaction rate, indicating strong community support and engagement. While the data on higher standards is more limited, the overall performance and positive feedback from parents highlight a nurturing and effective learning environment.
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Last inspected: 23 April 2025Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 85% | Top 7% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 15% | Top 18% UK |
Parent View (135 responses)
★★★★★4.4
I'd recommend this school
99%
My child feels safe
99%
My child is happy
99%
Behaviour is good
99%
School keeps me informed
98%
Progress is communicated
98%
My child makes good progress
96%
Good range of extra-curricular
94%
Good range of subjects
93%
School supports development
93%
School has high expectations
89%
School responds to concerns
70%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British89.1%
White Other4.0%
Mixed W+B African1.5%
Mixed Other1.0%
Asian Indian1.0%
Mixed W+Asian0.5%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Other0.5%
Black African0.5%
Location
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50.82219, -3.42793 · EX5 4RF
School details
Local authorityDevon
RegionSouth West
URN140078
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.duchy.devon.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is The Duchy School Bradninch rated by Ofsted?
The Duchy School Bradninch was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 April 2025.
Is The Duchy School Bradninch a good school?
The Duchy School Bradninch scores 98.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 2% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about The Duchy School Bradninch?
Based on 135 Ofsted Parent View responses, The Duchy School Bradninch receives a satisfaction score of 88% across all parent survey questions.
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