Parracombe Church of England Primary School
URN: 113382 • Barnstaple EX31 4QJ
Overview
- Name
- Parracombe Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 113382
- 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
- 55.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jayne Peacock (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01598763338
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Parracombe, Barnstaple EX31 4QJ
Summary
Parracombe Church of England Primary School, part of the West Exmoor Federation, is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Barnstaple, Devon. With a current enrolment of 39 pupils and a capacity of 56, the school provides a nurturing environment where each child is valued as an individual. The school operates within a rural context, close to the Exmoor National Park, which enriches the educational experience.
The school's ethos is centred around the CARIS values: Curiosity, Achievement, Respect, Inspiration, and Support. These principles guide the teaching and learning process, fostering a love for learning and encouraging children to reach their full potential. The federation structure allows for collaboration among three local schools, enabling access to specialist teachers and a broader range of enrichment programmes.
Parracombe CE Primary School prioritises the spiritual and moral development of its students, promoting British values alongside its Christian ethos. The school aims to cultivate confident, compassionate individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their communities.
The school's ethos is centred around the CARIS values: Curiosity, Achievement, Respect, Inspiration, and Support. These principles guide the teaching and learning process, fostering a love for learning and encouraging children to reach their full potential. The federation structure allows for collaboration among three local schools, enabling access to specialist teachers and a broader range of enrichment programmes.
Parracombe CE Primary School prioritises the spiritual and moral development of its students, promoting British values alongside its Christian ethos. The school aims to cultivate confident, compassionate individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their communities.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 39 | 23 | 16 | 56 | 33.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 40 | 24 | 16 | 56 | 32.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 41 | 21 | 20 | 56 | 22.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 41 | 21 | 20 | 56 | 22.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 38 | 22 | 16 | 56 | 26.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 44 | 23 | 21 | 56 | 13.60 |
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