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Tidcombe Primary School
Marina Way, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 4BP, Devon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
62.0 / 100
Top 38%
Better than 62% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
167
Capacity
210
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
80%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong performance in Key Stage 2, where 70% of students meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, this primary school is a solid choice for families. It ranks in the top 36% nationally for expected outcomes, although only 9% achieve the higher standard. Parent satisfaction is relatively positive, with 76% recommending the school, indicating a supportive community environment.
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Last inspected: 22 January 2013Older inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Good
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%. | 70% | Top 36% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 9% | Top 41% UK |
Parent View (72 responses)
★★★★★3.9
Good range of extra-curricular
94%
My child is happy
93%
Good range of subjects
90%
My child feels safe
88%
My child makes good progress
88%
Progress is communicated
86%
School keeps me informed
83%
School has high expectations
83%
Behaviour is good
79%
I'd recommend this school
76%
School supports development
76%
School responds to concerns
65%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.8%
White Other2.4%
Mixed Other1.8%
Black African1.2%
Location
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50.90153, -3.46147 · EX16 4BP
School details
Local authorityDevon
RegionSouth West
URN143184
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.tidcombe.devon.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Tidcombe Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Tidcombe Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 22 January 2013.
Is Tidcombe Primary School a good school?
Tidcombe Primary School scores 62.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 38% 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 Tidcombe Primary School?
Based on 72 Ofsted Parent View responses, Tidcombe Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 79% across all parent survey questions.
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