Doddiscombsleigh Primary School
URN: 113198 • Exeter EX6 7PR
Overview
- Name
- Doddiscombsleigh Primary School
- URN
- 113198
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- United Schools' Learning Partnership
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Martin Harding (since 2025) , Acting Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01647252253
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Doddiscombsleigh, Exeter EX6 7PR
Summary
Doddiscombsleigh Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Exeter, Devon, with a current enrolment of 23 pupils and a capacity of 70. The school is situated in the scenic Teign Valley, providing a peaceful environment conducive to learning. As a Rights Respecting school, Doddiscombsleigh fosters a caring community where students receive individual attention due to small class sizes, allowing teachers to effectively guide them through their educational journey.
The curriculum at Doddiscombsleigh is designed to be engaging and challenging, encouraging students to reach their potential. Teachers reward effort and participation with house points, promoting a positive learning atmosphere. The school also emphasizes physical activity, with daily 'Wake and Shake' sessions and a variety of play equipment available during breaks.
In addition to academic pursuits, Doddiscombsleigh offers exciting extracurricular activities, including residential trips and educational visits, such as fossil hunting. The school prioritises nutritious meals to support students' health and well-being, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to arrange a school tour.
The curriculum at Doddiscombsleigh is designed to be engaging and challenging, encouraging students to reach their potential. Teachers reward effort and participation with house points, promoting a positive learning atmosphere. The school also emphasizes physical activity, with daily 'Wake and Shake' sessions and a variety of play equipment available during breaks.
In addition to academic pursuits, Doddiscombsleigh offers exciting extracurricular activities, including residential trips and educational visits, such as fossil hunting. The school prioritises nutritious meals to support students' health and well-being, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to arrange a school tour.
Useful links
- School Community (governance)
- Doddiscombsleigh Art Show (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- United Schools Federation (governance)
- Community Links (governance)
- Vacancies (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- United Schools' Learning Partnership
- Capacity
- 70
- Pupils
- 23
- Boys
- 13
- Girls
- 10
- FSM %
- 4.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 23 | 13 | 10 | 70 | 4.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 28 | 15 | 13 | 70 | 3.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 27 | 13 | 14 | 70 | 3.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 27 | 13 | 14 | 70 | 3.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 36 | 20 | 16 | 70 | 19.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 34 | 22 | 12 | 70 | 5.90 |
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