Pilton the Bluecoat Church of England Junior School

URN: 113447 • Barnstaple EX31 1JU

Overview

Name
Pilton the Bluecoat Church of England Junior School
URN
113447
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Mulligan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Abbey Road, Barnstaple EX31 1JU

Summary

Pilton the Bluecoat Church of England Junior School, located in Barnstaple, Devon, is a voluntary aided primary school with a capacity of 240 students. The school is committed to fostering both academic achievement and personal development, guided by Christian values such as compassion, justice, and perseverance. The ethos emphasizes building a supportive community where every child is valued and encouraged to contribute.

The curriculum at Pilton Bluecoat is diverse and enriched with specialist teaching, events, and trips that enhance learning experiences. The school is part of the TEAM Multi-Academy Trust, which enables collaboration with other schools in North Devon, providing additional opportunities for students. The school has received an 'Excellent' rating in its SIAMS inspection, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards.

Parents interested in enrolling their children can arrange visits and must submit formal applications through Devon Admissions. The school offers a structured admissions process, including specific timelines for appeals, ensuring transparency and support for prospective families.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2012-06-30
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 240
2024-09-11 240
2023-09-11 240
2022-09-11 240
2021-09-11 240
2020-09-11 240

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