Dunsford Community Academy

URN: 145347 • Exeter EX6 7DD

Overview

Name
Dunsford Community Academy
URN
145347
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNING ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP (SOUTH WEST)
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Grimley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01626572971
Website
Visit
Address
Dunsford, Exeter EX6 7DD

Summary

Dunsford Community Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Exeter, Devon, with a current enrolment of 99 pupils and a capacity of 84. The school is part of the Learning Academy Partnership and aims to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and personally. The ethos of the academy centres on fostering confidence, happiness, and individual potential through a supportive community approach.

The curriculum at Dunsford is designed to be rich and balanced, offering a variety of experiences that cater to the intellectual, emotional, and social development of each child. The school makes excellent use of its extensive outdoor facilities, including a heated swimming pool, wild garden, and Forest area, to enhance learning and play. Weekly swimming lessons and year-round Forest school activities are integral parts of the educational experience.

Dunsford Community Academy prides itself on its strong community ties, working closely with parents and local residents to support students' growth and learning. The dedicated staff and governing board are committed to ensuring that every child achieves their potential in a creative and warm environment.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LEARNING ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP (SOUTH WEST)
Capacity
84
Pupils
99
Boys
40
Girls
59
FSM %
2.50
Open date
2018-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 99 40 59 84 2.50
2024-09-11 97 40 57 84 5.00
2023-09-11 85 36 49 84 5.30
2022-09-11 85 36 49 84 5.30
2021-09-11 85 38 47 84 2.90
2020-09-11 79 32 47 84 8.20

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