Woolacombe School

URN: 145765 • Woolacombe EX34 7BT

Overview

Name
Woolacombe School
URN
145765
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ALUMNIS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gail Holmes (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01271870551
Website
Visit
Address
Beach Road, Woolacombe EX34 7BT

Summary

Woolacombe School is a mixed primary academy located in Woolacombe, Devon, with a current enrolment of 208 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is part of the Alumnis Multi-Academy Trust, which fosters collaboration with local schools to enhance educational outcomes. Headteacher Gail Holmes leads a dedicated team committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum that prioritises character development alongside academic excellence.

The school operates from 8:40 am to 3:15 pm, Monday to Friday, offering a supportive environment where children can thrive. Woolacombe School places a strong emphasis on values such as caring and critical thinking, encouraging students to engage actively with their community. Recent initiatives have included community stewardship projects and a focus on character education.

Woolacombe School also celebrates the achievements of its students, both in academics and extracurricular activities, fostering a sense of pride and community spirit. The school aims to inspire future changemakers, ensuring that every child is supported in their personal and educational growth. For more information, visit their website at http://www.woolacombe.devon.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ALUMNIS MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
208
Boys
99
Girls
109
FSM %
12.50
Open date
2018-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 208 99 109 210 12.50
2024-09-11 231 108 123 210 11.30
2023-09-11 242 114 128 210 10.20
2022-09-11 242 114 128 210 10.20
2021-09-11 244 117 127 210 8.90
2020-09-11 248 119 129 210 3.10

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