Marwood School
URN: 113161 • Barnstaple EX31 4HF
Overview
- Name
- Marwood School
- URN
- 113161
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 46.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stuart Boon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01271850395
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whiddon, Barnstaple EX31 4HF
Summary
Marwood School is a mixed foundation primary school located in Barnstaple, Devon, with a current enrolment of 86 pupils and a capacity of 119. The school prioritises a holistic approach to education, encapsulated in its vision of GROWTH, which emphasizes Green Learning, Real World Experiences, Opportunities in Sport, Wellbeing, Talent in the Arts, and High Quality STEM Provision. This framework aims to nurture each child's potential academically, socially, and personally.
The school's ethos is grounded in ambitious progress, fostering a love for learning, and encouraging respectful consideration among students. Marwood School actively promotes British values, including democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect, and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. These principles are integrated into daily activities and the curriculum, helping children develop strong moral compasses and positive relationships within the school community.
As part of the Harbour Schools Partnership, established in April 2025, Marwood School collaborates with other institutions to enhance educational excellence and ensure that every child flourishes in a supportive environment. The dedicated team of educators at Marwood is committed to providing a nurturing and empowering experience for all students.
The school's ethos is grounded in ambitious progress, fostering a love for learning, and encouraging respectful consideration among students. Marwood School actively promotes British values, including democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect, and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. These principles are integrated into daily activities and the curriculum, helping children develop strong moral compasses and positive relationships within the school community.
As part of the Harbour Schools Partnership, established in April 2025, Marwood School collaborates with other institutions to enhance educational excellence and ensure that every child flourishes in a supportive environment. The dedicated team of educators at Marwood is committed to providing a nurturing and empowering experience for all students.
Useful links
- Ofsted Statutory Information Summary (other)
- Visit Site (other)
- Ofsted & School Performance (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Website design (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 86 | 53 | 33 | 119 | 4.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 104 | 65 | 39 | 119 | 5.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 107 | 60 | 47 | 119 | 2.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 107 | 60 | 47 | 119 | 2.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 108 | 59 | 49 | 119 | 4.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 109 | 60 | 49 | 119 | 3.70 |
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