Lympstone Church of England Primary School

URN: 113358 • Exmouth EX8 5JY

Overview

Name
Lympstone Church of England Primary School
URN
113358
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emily Mellor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01395266580
Website
Visit
Address
School Hill, Exmouth EX8 5JY

Summary

Lympstone Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Exmouth, Devon, with a current enrolment of 173 pupils and a capacity for 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment, guided by its ethos encapsulated in the phrase, “Let all that you do be done in love” (1 Corinthians 16:14). This vision underpins the school's approach to education, ensuring that care and support are integral to the learning experience.

The curriculum at Lympstone Primary is designed to engage students across various subjects, including a strong emphasis on physical education, which has earned the school a Gold School Sports Award. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, encouraging children to participate in local tournaments and events. Support for diverse learning needs is also a priority, with provisions in place for gifted and talented students, as well as those requiring additional assistance.

Community involvement is a key aspect of Lympstone Primary, with initiatives aimed at supporting families, including military families, and fostering connections within the local area. The school encourages parental engagement through various channels, such as a Parent Council and regular communication about events and policies.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
173
Boys
88
Girls
85
FSM %
5.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-04-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 173 88 85 210 5.20
2024-09-11 179 87 92 210 7.30
2023-09-11 166 83 83 210 10.80
2022-09-11 166 83 83 210 10.80
2021-09-11 170 86 84 210 9.40
2020-09-11 155 80 75 210 7.10

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