Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School

URN: 113210 • Newton Abbot TQ12 1TX

Overview

Name
Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School
URN
113210
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Redwood (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01626216300
Website
Visit
Address
Coronation Road, Newton Abbot TQ12 1TX

Summary

Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School, located in Newton Abbot, Devon, is a mixed community school with an enrolment of 282 pupils, serving a capacity of 336. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child can achieve their highest potential through a focus on academic excellence and character development. The core values of respect, resilience, and responsibility underpin the school's ethos, guiding students in their social and academic journeys.

The curriculum at Highweek employs research-led teaching strategies to ensure effective learning outcomes for all students. The school actively collaborates with families and the wider community to support the development of lifelong learners who embrace diversity and individuality. Highweek values parental involvement and encourages open communication to strengthen the partnership between home and school.

In addition to academic support, Highweek prioritises student well-being and character education, aiming to cultivate compassionate and responsible citizens. The school also adheres to GDPR regulations, ensuring the privacy and protection of personal data for all students and staff. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
336
Pupils
282
Boys
141
Girls
141
FSM %
37.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 282 141 141 336 37.80
2024-09-11 299 153 146 336 40.50
2023-09-11 338 168 170 336 27.80
2022-09-11 338 168 170 336 27.80
2021-09-11 340 164 176 336 26.70
2020-09-11 346 168 178 336 23.60

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