South Molton Community Primary School

URN: 113168 • South Molton EX36 3BA

Overview

Name
South Molton Community Primary School
URN
113168
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tom Parkin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01769572198
Website
Visit
Address
North Road, South Molton EX36 3BA

Summary

South Molton Community Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in South Molton, Devon, serving 232 pupils with a capacity of 240. The school is committed to providing a secure and stimulating learning environment that caters to the emotional, social, and academic needs of its students. Outdoor learning is a significant aspect of the curriculum, with all children participating in weekly forest school sessions and a comprehensive sports programme.

The school aims to foster confidence, independence, and respect among its pupils while encouraging them to develop lively and enquiring minds. It employs a variety of teaching styles to ensure that all children, regardless of their learning needs, can engage fully with the curriculum. Family involvement is highly valued, and the school maintains strong links with local pre-school providers to facilitate smooth transitions for children.

Led by Head Teacher Mr Tom Parkin, the dedicated staff at South Molton Community Primary School work collaboratively with parents and the wider community to support each child's educational journey, promoting lifelong learning and personal development.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
232
Boys
122
Girls
110
FSM %
26.30
Open date
Close date
2025-03-31
Last Ofsted
2023-12-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 232 122 110 240 26.30
2024-09-11 234 126 108 240 24.80
2023-09-11 248 124 124 240 21.80
2022-09-11 248 124 124 240 21.80
2021-09-11 236 117 119 240 16.50
2020-09-11 241 125 116 240 12.90

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