Brayford Academy
URN: 141761 • Barnstaple EX32 7QJ
Overview
- Name
- Brayford Academy
- URN
- 141761
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- TEAM MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ian Thomas (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01598710345
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Brayford, Barnstaple EX32 7QJ
Summary
Brayford Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Barnstaple, Devon, with a current enrolment of 30 pupils and a capacity of 49. The school prides itself on providing a personalized learning experience in a secure and friendly environment. With a focus on nurturing young minds, Brayford Academy aims to foster confidence, curiosity, and capability among its students.
The curriculum at Brayford is enriched through specialist teaching in physical education, music, and French, supported by collaborations with nearby partner schools. This approach encourages a love of learning and independence, allowing children to explore their ideas and imagination. The school’s ethos is built on core values such as trust, integrity, and mutual respect, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.
Brayford Academy is part of the TEAM Multi-Academy Trust, which enhances its community spirit through collaborative activities and shared resources. The dedicated staff and Local Governors work together to create a nurturing atmosphere, ensuring that each child receives the attention and encouragement needed to thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at Brayford is enriched through specialist teaching in physical education, music, and French, supported by collaborations with nearby partner schools. This approach encourages a love of learning and independence, allowing children to explore their ideas and imagination. The school’s ethos is built on core values such as trust, integrity, and mutual respect, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.
Brayford Academy is part of the TEAM Multi-Academy Trust, which enhances its community spirit through collaborative activities and shared resources. The dedicated staff and Local Governors work together to create a nurturing atmosphere, ensuring that each child receives the attention and encouragement needed to thrive academically and socially.
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Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- TEAM MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 49
- Pupils
- 30
- Boys
- 19
- Girls
- 11
- FSM %
- 14.30
- Open date
- 2015-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 30 | 19 | 11 | 49 | 14.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 37 | 24 | 13 | 49 | 16.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 43 | 26 | 17 | 49 | 24.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 43 | 26 | 17 | 49 | 24.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 42 | 23 | 19 | 49 | 11.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 41 | 25 | 16 | 49 | 9.80 |
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