West Down School
URN: 113172 • Ilfracombe EX34 8NF
Overview
- Name
- West Down School
- URN
- 113172
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Su Carey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01271863461
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Down, Ilfracombe EX34 8NF
Summary
West Down School is a small, mixed community primary school located in Ilfracombe, Devon, with a current enrolment of 99 pupils and a capacity of 105. The school is part of the West Berry Federation, which includes another rural primary school, Berrynarbor C of E Primary School. The federation's vision emphasizes nurturing children's confidence and compassion, preparing them to become active, responsible members of their communities.
The curriculum at West Down is designed to be inclusive and engaging, offering a breadth of experiences led by specialist teachers. The school prioritises personal development, allowing children to take ownership of their learning while fostering essential life skills. The staff are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where every child can thrive.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at West Down, with events that encourage interaction between students and local residents. The school aims to cultivate a strong sense of belonging, ensuring that all children feel valued and cherished as part of a larger family within the federation.
The curriculum at West Down is designed to be inclusive and engaging, offering a breadth of experiences led by specialist teachers. The school prioritises personal development, allowing children to take ownership of their learning while fostering essential life skills. The staff are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where every child can thrive.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at West Down, with events that encourage interaction between students and local residents. The school aims to cultivate a strong sense of belonging, ensuring that all children feel valued and cherished as part of a larger family within the federation.
Useful links
- Local Governing Body (governance)
- Equality and Diversity (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Berrynarbor.PDF (download)
- West Down.PDF (download)
- HOME (other)
- Admissions & new parents (other)
- Our Vision (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 99 | 54 | 45 | 105 | 17.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 102 | 57 | 45 | 105 | 14.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 121 | 65 | 56 | 105 | 8.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 121 | 65 | 56 | 105 | 8.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 115 | 64 | 51 | 100 | 6.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 123 | 64 | 59 | 100 | 2.90 |
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