Oldway Primary School
URN: 113215 • Paignton TQ3 2SY
Overview
- Name
- Oldway Primary School
- URN
- 113215
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stewart Biddles (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Higher Polsham Road, Paignton TQ3 2SY
Summary
Oldway Primary School is a mixed community primary school located in Paignton, Torbay, with a capacity for 624 students. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment, underpinned by its core values of Aspiration, Responsibility, and Kindness. These principles guide both staff and students in their daily interactions and learning experiences.
The curriculum at Oldway is designed to be both challenging and engaging, with a strong emphasis on reading, writing, and mathematics. The school aims to broaden students' horizons through a variety of enriching activities, including trips and guest speakers, which help to contextualise learning and inspire future aspirations. Wellbeing is also a priority, ensuring that children are supported both academically and personally.
As part of the Riviera Education Trust, Oldway Primary School serves the local community and boasts excellent facilities, including a swimming pool and dedicated spaces for arts and music. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits from prospective families to experience its vibrant learning environment.
The curriculum at Oldway is designed to be both challenging and engaging, with a strong emphasis on reading, writing, and mathematics. The school aims to broaden students' horizons through a variety of enriching activities, including trips and guest speakers, which help to contextualise learning and inspire future aspirations. Wellbeing is also a priority, ensuring that children are supported both academically and personally.
As part of the Riviera Education Trust, Oldway Primary School serves the local community and boasts excellent facilities, including a swimming pool and dedicated spaces for arts and music. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits from prospective families to experience its vibrant learning environment.
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| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 624 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 624 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 624 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 624 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 624 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 624 |
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