Ashleigh CofE (VC) Primary School

URN: 113386 • Barnstaple EX32 8LJ

Overview

Name
Ashleigh CofE (VC) Primary School
URN
113386
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
51.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christopher Greenhall (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Bevan Road, Barnstaple EX32 8LJ

Summary

Ashleigh CofE (VC) Primary School, located in Barnstaple, Devon, serves a mixed-gender student body of 239 pupils, with a capacity for 295. As a voluntary controlled school within the Diocese of Exeter, Ashleigh is committed to providing an inclusive education grounded in its Christian ethos. The school's vision, "Learning to Love; Loving to Learn - Life in all its Fullness," reflects its dedication to fostering respectful, compassionate, and responsible citizens.

The curriculum at Ashleigh is designed to be engaging and innovative, encouraging pupils to explore significant questions and develop critical thinking skills. The school places a strong emphasis on the well-being and moral development of its students, as evidenced by positive feedback from recent inspections, including a SIAMS report that praised the school's commitment to Christian values and community support.

Ashleigh actively promotes British values alongside its Christian principles, ensuring that students learn about respect, tolerance, and democracy. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, aiming to create a supportive environment for all families.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
295
Pupils
239
Boys
105
Girls
134
FSM %
22.70
Open date
Close date
2018-06-30
Last Ofsted
2017-05-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 239 105 134 295 22.70
2024-09-11 239 105 134 295 22.70
2023-09-11 239 105 134 295 22.70
2022-09-11 239 105 134 295 22.70
2021-09-11 239 105 134 295 22.70
2020-09-11 239 105 134 295 22.70

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