Copplestone Primary School
| Type | Primary / Foundation school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Bewsley Hill Copplestone Crediton Devon EX17 5NX |
| Phone | 0136384265 |
| Reference Number | 113068 |
Copplestone Primary has made significant progress since its previous inspection, raising its overall effectiveness to a good rating across all inspected areas. The school has fostered a positive, welcoming environment where children feel valued and supported. Notably, leaders have prioritized reading and mathematics, resulting in well-designed curricula that promote strong learning outcomes. The quality of support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities is particularly commendable, ensuring these pupils receive the necessary resources to thrive academically. However, attendance remains a challenge for disadvantaged pupils, and leaders are actively addressing this issue to improve overall attendance rates.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 136 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 21.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 17.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 20.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 | 5 | 16 |
| 2 | 7 | 16 | 23 |
| 3 | 16 | 9 | 25 |
| 4 | 10 | 15 | 25 |
| 5 | 12 | 8 | 20 |
| 6 | 6 | 7 | 13 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.1% |
| White, Other | 2.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| Irish | 0.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 19 Jul 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 Jul 2022 | School inspection: |
| 25 Sep 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Jun 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jun 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 12 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Jul 2008 | Monitoring visit |
| 22 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Nov 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong focus on reading and mathematics with effective curricula
- Support for pupils with SEND is well-managed and effective
- Positive school environment where bullying is rare and well-handled
- Encouragement of pupil leadership and responsibility
- High staff morale and acknowledgment of leadership improvements
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects lack a well-embedded curriculum that impacts learning
- Inconsistent understanding and retention of knowledge in the wider curriculum
- Attendance issues among disadvantaged pupils
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 46% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 105 | ||
| Maths | 100 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.5 | ||
| Writing | -2.7 | ||
| Maths | -5.7 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 3 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Yeoford Community Primary School
Station Road, Yeoford, Crediton, Devon, EX17 5HZ |
2.78 miles |
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Morchard Bishop Church of England Primary School
Church Street, Morchard Bishop, Crediton, Devon, EX17 6PJ |
2.92 miles |
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Bow Community Primary School
Station Road, Bow, Crediton, Devon, EX17 6HU |
3.2 miles |
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Landscore Primary School
Threshers, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3JH |
3.45 miles |
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Sandford School
Sandford, Crediton, Devon, EX17 4NE |
3.54 miles |
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St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School
Eastington Road, Lapford, Crediton, Devon, EX17 6QE |
4.21 miles |
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Hayward's Primary School
East Street, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3AX |
4.41 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Queen Elizabeth's
Western Road, Crediton, Devon, EX17 3LU |
3.7 miles |