Black Torrington Church of England Primary School

URN: 145341 • Beaworthy EX21 5PU

Overview

Name
Black Torrington Church of England Primary School
URN
145341
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DARTMOOR MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
45.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanna Luxford (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01409231262
Website
Visit
Address
Black Torrington, Beaworthy EX21 5PU

Summary

Black Torrington Church of England Primary School is a small, mixed academy located in Beaworthy, Devon, with a current enrolment of 7 pupils and a capacity of 49. The school fosters a nurturing environment where individual attention is a priority, allowing children to thrive, particularly those who may feel anxious or prefer smaller settings. The school’s ethos is rooted in its Christian values, inspired by Romans 12, promoting joy, hope, and resilience.

The curriculum at Black Torrington is designed to be engaging and inclusive, with a strong emphasis on music, including weekly lessons in recorder and hand bells, as well as daily singing. The school community is closely linked to the local farming environment, which enriches the educational experience by incorporating the skills and knowledge of families from this background.

As a Church school, Black Torrington prioritises moral development and spirituality, although there is no requirement for students to be religious. The school aims to build strong relationships among pupils and staff, creating a supportive family-like atmosphere that encourages personal growth and academic achievement.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DARTMOOR MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
49
Pupils
7
Boys
5
Girls
2
FSM %
14.30
Open date
2018-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 7 5 2 49 14.30
2024-09-11 8 5 3 49 25.00
2023-09-11 17 12 5 49 23.50
2022-09-11 17 12 5 49 23.50
2021-09-11 27 12 15 49 18.50
2020-09-11 26 13 13 49 19.20

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