Brayford Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Brayford Barnstaple Devon EX32 7QJ |
| Phone | 01598710345 |
| Reference Number | 141761 |
Brayford Academy is a small, nurturing primary school that is performing well, having achieved a 'Good' rating in all inspected areas. The school prides itself on creating a supportive environment where pupils feel valued and safe. Leaders have established a strong curriculum that emphasizes reading, and pupils engage enthusiastically in various extracurricular activities. While the school shows notable strengths in personal development and inclusive practices, including support for students with special educational needs, there are areas for growth, specifically in the effective use of assessment to enhance learning outcomes.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 30 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 63.33%
Girls: 36.67% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 14.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 13.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 18 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | Unknown | 2 |
| 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 4 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 6 | 5 | Unknown | 5 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 90% |
| White, Other | 3.3% |
| Unclassified | 3.3% |
| Asian, Other | 3.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 May 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 May 2023 | School inspection: |
| 23 Nov 2017 | Short inspection |
| 08 Apr 2015 | Academy conversion letter |
| 09 Oct 2012 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Brayford Primary School | |
| 09 Oct 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 22 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 22 May 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Nov 2003 | Full inspection |
| 24 Nov 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Supportive and nurturing school environment
- Ambitious and well-planned curriculum
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics from early years
- Positive relationships among pupils and staff
- Effective personal development programs for pupils
- Strong culture of safeguarding
- Engaged and motivated pupils in extracurricular activities
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent use of assessment to check pupil knowledge retention
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2021. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 38 | 30 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 77 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 43 | 29 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 77 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 41 | 31 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 77 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 54 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 3 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 37 | 35 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 77 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 20 | 28 | 22 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 45 | 21 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 77 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 32 | 40 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 77 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 42 | 30 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 77 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 40 | 30 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 77 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 44 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 77 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 30 | 33 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 77 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 68 | 9 |
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 2 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Bratton Fleming Community Primary School
Station Road, Bratton Fleming, Station Road, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4SB |
3.45 miles |
|
North Molton Primary School
Fore Street, North Molton, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3HL |
4.2 miles |
|
Filleigh Community Primary School
Castle Hill, Filleigh, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 0RS |
4.5 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
West Buckland School
|
2.5 miles |
|
Blackford Education (Schools) Ltd t/a the Libra School
Edgemoor Court, South Radworthy, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3LN |
3.8 miles |