Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple

URN: 140739 • Barnstaple EX32 8DN

Overview

Name
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple
URN
140739
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
PLYMOUTH CAST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rob Meech (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01271345164
Website
Visit
Address
Chanters Hill, Barnstaple EX32 8DN

Summary

Our Lady's Catholic Primary School in Barnstaple is a mixed academy with a current enrollment of 223 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 218. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment rooted in Catholic values and British principles, aiming to educate children in a way that reflects the teachings of Jesus Christ. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of humility, compassion, kindness, and justice, ensuring that each child is valued as a unique individual.

The curriculum at Our Lady's aims to provide high-quality education while promoting understanding of faith and the significance of community. The school encourages respect and tolerance for diverse beliefs and cultures, preparing students for life in modern Britain. Through various initiatives, such as class voting and school councils, pupils are actively engaged in decision-making processes, fostering a sense of democracy and individual liberty.

Our Lady's is dedicated to inclusivity, particularly supporting vulnerable members of the community. The school prioritizes the well-being of its students, ensuring they feel confident and secure while encouraging them to express their views. Parents are welcomed to visit the school to learn more about its values and educational approach.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
PLYMOUTH CAST
Capacity
218
Pupils
223
Boys
102
Girls
121
FSM %
31.40
Open date
2014-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 223 102 121 218 31.40
2024-09-11 242 110 132 218 30.20
2023-09-11 267 110 157 218 27.00
2022-09-11 267 110 157 218 27.00
2021-09-11 248 104 144 218 23.80
2020-09-11 261 121 140 218 19.90

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