Schools in Ilfracombe
Ilfracombe has 6 schools: 5 primary and 1 secondary or all-through. 50% of the 6 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy has the highest Attainment 8 score (50.7 in 2026). Among primary schools, Combe Martin Primary School has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (70% in 2025).
- 6 schools
- 1 secondary
- 5 primary
Secondary Schools in Ilfracombe
Ranked by Attainment 8, the average GCSE score per pupil. Progress 8 is from the latest year published.
| # | School | Ofsted | Attainment 8 | Progress 8 | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy | Expected standard | 50.7 (2026) | +0.48 (2024) | 1,016 |
Primary Schools in Ilfracombe
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.
| # | School | Ofsted | Met expected standard | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Combe Martin Primary School | Requires Improvement | 70% (2025) | 137 |
| 2 | Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School | Good | 37% (2025) | 326 |
| 3 | Berrynarbor Church of England Primary School | Good | – | 69 |
| 4 | Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School | Requires Improvement | – | 207 |
| 5 | West Down School | Good | – | 95 |