Tavistock Primary & Nursery School
URN: 113265 • Tavistock PL19 8BX
Overview
- Name
- Tavistock Primary & Nursery School
- URN
- 113265
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Tavistock Co-Operative Learning Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Handel (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01822616044
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Plymouth Road, Tavistock PL19 8BX
Summary
Tavistock Primary & Nursery School is a mixed foundation school located in Tavistock, Devon, with a current enrolment of 364 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment, fostering strong relationships between staff and students. The ethos of the school revolves around the principle of "Excellence For All," aiming to create a nurturing atmosphere where every child can thrive.
The curriculum at Tavistock Primary emphasizes outdoor learning, taking advantage of the school's proximity to Dartmoor National Park. This approach enriches the educational experience and encourages exploration and engagement with the natural world. The school prides itself on its knowledgeable teaching and support staff, who work collaboratively to ensure that each pupil receives the attention they need to succeed.
Tavistock Primary is deeply rooted in its local community, striving to maintain strong partnerships with families and local organizations. The school hosts various events throughout the year, fostering community spirit and involvement. With a recent 'Good' rating from Ofsted, Tavistock Primary continues to focus on providing quality education and support to its students.
The curriculum at Tavistock Primary emphasizes outdoor learning, taking advantage of the school's proximity to Dartmoor National Park. This approach enriches the educational experience and encourages exploration and engagement with the natural world. The school prides itself on its knowledgeable teaching and support staff, who work collaboratively to ensure that each pupil receives the attention they need to succeed.
Tavistock Primary is deeply rooted in its local community, striving to maintain strong partnerships with families and local organizations. The school hosts various events throughout the year, fostering community spirit and involvement. With a recent 'Good' rating from Ofsted, Tavistock Primary continues to focus on providing quality education and support to its students.
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Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Tavistock Co-Operative Learning Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 364
- Boys
- 179
- Girls
- 185
- FSM %
- 28.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 364 | 179 | 185 | 420 | 28.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 386 | 196 | 190 | 420 | 24.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 396 | 214 | 182 | 420 | 21.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 396 | 214 | 182 | 420 | 21.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 381 | 204 | 177 | 388 | 24.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 371 | 197 | 174 | 388 | 16.70 |
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