Bridestowe Primary School
URN: 145331 • Okehampton EX20 4EL
Overview
- Name
- Bridestowe Primary School
- URN
- 145331
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DARTMOOR MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Underwood (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01837861361
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bridestowe, Okehampton EX20 4EL
Summary
Bridestowe Primary School, located in the village of Bridestowe, Okehampton, Devon, is a mixed academy converter catering to 89 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 86. The school has a long-standing history, having provided education since 1862, and prides itself on fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere that is deeply connected to the local community.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that emphasises children's knowledge, skills, and cultural development. Bridestowe Primary aims to instil high expectations in its students, encouraging them to achieve academically while also becoming active contributors to society. The school is part of the Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust, which comprises 17 schools, allowing for collaboration and shared resources to enhance educational outcomes.
Bridestowe Primary School is committed to supporting all students, including those with special educational needs, and provides various resources and policies to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "With Respect and Ambition, We Flourish Together," reflecting its dedication to nurturing each child's potential.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that emphasises children's knowledge, skills, and cultural development. Bridestowe Primary aims to instil high expectations in its students, encouraging them to achieve academically while also becoming active contributors to society. The school is part of the Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust, which comprises 17 schools, allowing for collaboration and shared resources to enhance educational outcomes.
Bridestowe Primary School is committed to supporting all students, including those with special educational needs, and provides various resources and policies to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "With Respect and Ambition, We Flourish Together," reflecting its dedication to nurturing each child's potential.
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Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DARTMOOR MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 86
- Pupils
- 89
- Boys
- 40
- Girls
- 49
- FSM %
- 11.20
- Open date
- 2018-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-04-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 89 | 40 | 49 | 86 | 11.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 90 | 39 | 51 | 86 | 11.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 80 | 40 | 40 | 86 | 12.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 80 | 40 | 40 | 86 | 12.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 74 | 37 | 37 | 86 | 12.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 80 | 42 | 38 | 86 | 6.30 |
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