Westclyst Community Primary School
URN: 142886 • Exeter EX1 3YG
Overview
- Name
- Westclyst Community Primary School
- URN
- 142886
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- CORNERSTONE ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 76.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jonathan Bishop (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01392304040
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Maddick Road, Exeter EX1 3YG
Summary
Westclyst Community Primary School (WCPS), located in Exeter, Devon, is a mixed free school that opened in 2016. Initially operating from temporary accommodation, the school has since moved to a state-of-the-art building and received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted in its first inspection in 2019. A recent inspection in December 2024 reaffirmed the school's commitment to high standards and ambition for both pupils and staff.
The school is part of the Cornerstone Academy Trust, which focuses on creating challenging learning environments tailored to individual needs. WCPS aims to inspire children to become lifelong learners and independent thinkers through a personalised curriculum. The school serves approximately 540 pupils, with 18.3% eligible for free school meals, reflecting its inclusive ethos.
In addition to academic pursuits, WCPS engages students in various extracurricular activities, fostering a strong sense of community. Recent events, such as Year 5's VE Day assembly and outdoor adventures, highlight the school's dedication to holistic education and community involvement. For more information, visit their website at www.wcps.education.
The school is part of the Cornerstone Academy Trust, which focuses on creating challenging learning environments tailored to individual needs. WCPS aims to inspire children to become lifelong learners and independent thinkers through a personalised curriculum. The school serves approximately 540 pupils, with 18.3% eligible for free school meals, reflecting its inclusive ethos.
In addition to academic pursuits, WCPS engages students in various extracurricular activities, fostering a strong sense of community. Recent events, such as Year 5's VE Day assembly and outdoor adventures, highlight the school's dedication to holistic education and community involvement. For more information, visit their website at www.wcps.education.
Useful links
- Newsletter (other)
- TCAT Home (other)
- Who we are (other)
- Data Protection (other)
- About (other)
- Achievements (other)
- Admissions (other)
- School Dates (other)
- Teachers (other)
- Headteacher’s Blog (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Broadclyst Community Primary School (77.8)
- Exwick Heights Primary School (77.5)
- Stoke Hill Infant and Nursery School (72.4)
- Broadclyst Community Primary School (70.2)
- Ide Primary School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CORNERSTONE ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 540
- Boys
- 266
- Girls
- 274
- FSM %
- 18.30
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 540 | 266 | 274 | 18.30 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 536 | 274 | 262 | 17.70 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 459 | 247 | 212 | 15.60 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 459 | 247 | 212 | 15.60 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 382 | 205 | 177 | 11.50 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 275 | 147 | 128 | 11.40 |
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