Stowford School

URN: 137963 • Ivybridge PL21 0BG

Overview

Name
Stowford School
URN
137963
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rob Pepper (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01752894163
Website
Visit
Address
Exeter Road, Ivybridge PL21 0BG

Summary

Stowford School is a mixed primary academy located in Ivybridge, Devon, with a current enrolment of 436 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching educational experience, focusing on the individual needs of each child. The staff are committed to fostering a positive learning environment where every child can thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum at Stowford School is broad and balanced, aiming to nurture students' interests and talents across various subjects, including a strong emphasis on core areas such as English and maths. The school also values the importance of arts and sports, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to shine in their unique ways. Stowford School promotes its core values of Respect, Excellence, and Friendship, encouraging students to develop into responsible and enthusiastic members of the community.

Stowford School actively seeks to build strong relationships with parents and the local community, fostering a collaborative approach to education. The school provides a stable and disciplined environment, where children are encouraged to explore their curiosity and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
436
Boys
238
Girls
198
FSM %
8.10
Open date
2012-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 436 238 198 420 8.10
2024-09-11 444 237 207 420 8.70
2023-09-11 462 247 215 420 8.40
2022-09-11 462 247 215 420 8.40
2021-09-11 443 230 213 420 8.60
2020-09-11 424 222 202 420 9.90

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