Instow Community Primary and Pre-School
URN: 113156 • Bideford EX39 4LU
Overview
- Name
- Instow Community Primary and Pre-School
- URN
- 113156
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Atlantic Coast Co-Operative Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lucy Mardling (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01271860545
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rectory Lane, Bideford EX39 4LU
Summary
Instow Community Primary and Pre-School is a foundation school located in Bideford, Devon, catering to a mixed-gender student body of 138 pupils, with a capacity of 140. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to 'Aim High' and achieve their best. The ethos promotes individual growth, allowing students to explore their strengths and develop a love for learning.
The curriculum at Instow is designed to be inclusive and engaging, ensuring that each child receives tailored support in their educational journey. The dedicated staff work closely with families to create a strong partnership that enriches students' learning experiences both at school and at home.
Community involvement is highly valued at Instow, with strong ties to local organisations that enhance the educational experience. The governing body, which includes parents and community members, plays a crucial role in overseeing the school's operations and future development, ensuring that the needs of the students are met effectively.
The curriculum at Instow is designed to be inclusive and engaging, ensuring that each child receives tailored support in their educational journey. The dedicated staff work closely with families to create a strong partnership that enriches students' learning experiences both at school and at home.
Community involvement is highly valued at Instow, with strong ties to local organisations that enhance the educational experience. The governing body, which includes parents and community members, plays a crucial role in overseeing the school's operations and future development, ensuring that the needs of the students are met effectively.
Useful links
- Governor Information for parents (governance)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Events Find out more (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Helen's Church of England Primary School (65.0)
- Monkleigh Primary School (62.7)
- Appledore School (62.2)
- Woolsery Primary School (62.0)
- Hartland Primary School (61.5)
Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Atlantic Coast Co-Operative Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 138
- Boys
- 71
- Girls
- 67
- FSM %
- 10.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 138 | 71 | 67 | 140 | 10.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 138 | 74 | 64 | 140 | 8.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 143 | 75 | 68 | 140 | 6.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 143 | 75 | 68 | 140 | 6.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 142 | 80 | 62 | 140 | 7.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 140 | 82 | 58 | 140 | 6.40 |
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