Marwood School
URN: 151601 • Barnstaple EX31 4HF
Overview
- Name
- Marwood School
- URN
- 151601
- 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
- Stuart Boon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01271850395
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whiddon, Barnstaple EX31 4HF
Summary
Marwood School is a mixed primary academy located in Barnstaple, Devon, with a capacity of 119 students. The school is part of the Harbour Schools Partnership, which aims to enhance educational excellence through collaboration. Marwood School prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment where high aspirations and respectful consideration are integral to the learning experience.
The school's vision, encapsulated in the acronym GROWTH, focuses on Green Learning, Real World Experiences, Opportunities in Sport, Wellbeing, Talent in the Arts, and High-Quality STEM Provision. This holistic approach ensures that children are not only academically challenged but also develop critical thinking skills and a passion for lifelong learning. The curriculum is designed to engage students actively and prepare them for future challenges.
Marwood School emphasizes the importance of empathy and respect within its community, promoting a culture where every child feels valued. The dedicated team of educators is committed to supporting each child's personal and academic growth, helping them to become confident and compassionate individuals.
The school's vision, encapsulated in the acronym GROWTH, focuses on Green Learning, Real World Experiences, Opportunities in Sport, Wellbeing, Talent in the Arts, and High-Quality STEM Provision. This holistic approach ensures that children are not only academically challenged but also develop critical thinking skills and a passion for lifelong learning. The curriculum is designed to engage students actively and prepare them for future challenges.
Marwood School emphasizes the importance of empathy and respect within its community, promoting a culture where every child feels valued. The dedicated team of educators is committed to supporting each child's personal and academic growth, helping them to become confident and compassionate individuals.
Useful links
- Ofsted Statutory Information Summary (other)
- Visit Site (other)
- Ofsted & School Performance (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Website design (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE HARBOUR SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 119
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2025-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 119 |
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