West Down School
URN: 150916 • Ilfracombe EX34 8NF
Overview
- Name
- West Down School
- URN
- 150916
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE HARBOUR SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Susan Carey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01271863461
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Down, Ilfracombe EX34 8NF
Summary
West Down School, located in Ilfracombe, Devon, is a mixed primary academy with a capacity of 105 students. As part of the West Berry Federation, which includes Berrynarbor C of E Primary School, the school emphasizes a nurturing and inclusive environment. The federation's vision is to help children develop confidence, compassion, and leadership skills, preparing them to make a positive impact in the wider world.
The curriculum at West Down School is designed to be engaging and diverse, led by specialist teachers who encourage personal development and ownership of learning. The school promotes seven core values: confidence, curiosity, truth, compassion, respect, courage, and endurance, which underpin all educational activities and interactions within the school community.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at West Down School, with various events that foster relationships between students and local residents. The governing body, comprising members from both schools, plays an active role in maintaining high standards of teaching and communication, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported throughout their primary education.
The curriculum at West Down School is designed to be engaging and diverse, led by specialist teachers who encourage personal development and ownership of learning. The school promotes seven core values: confidence, curiosity, truth, compassion, respect, courage, and endurance, which underpin all educational activities and interactions within the school community.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at West Down School, with various events that foster relationships between students and local residents. The governing body, comprising members from both schools, plays an active role in maintaining high standards of teaching and communication, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported throughout their primary education.
Useful links
- Local Governing Body (governance)
- Equality and Diversity (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Berrynarbor.PDF (download)
- West Down.PDF (download)
- HOME (other)
- Admissions & new parents (other)
- Our Vision (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE HARBOUR SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2025-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 105 |
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