SchoolScoresSt Andrew's CofE Primary Academy
Academy · Primary, ages 2 to 11 · Mixed · Church of England
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Chardstock, Axminster, St. Andrews C of E School, Axminster, EX13 7BJ
01460 220534 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Requires improvement at the inspection that started on 12 March 2024. This inspection was of the school before it changed to its current form (for example, before becoming an academy).
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Requires improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires improvement |
| Early years | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
69 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 4 September 2023 and 2 September 2024.
| Statement | This school | Axminster | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school 3rd highest of 9 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Axminster. Higher than 78% of 8,868 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 99% | 90% | 88% |
| My child feels safe at this school 2nd highest of 9 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Axminster. Higher than 76% of 8,868 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 99% | 91% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved 3rd highest of 9 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Axminster. Higher than 57% of 8,868 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 93% | 78% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 24 parents whose child had been bullied 4th highest of 5 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Axminster. Higher than 36% of 6,022 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 50% | 54% | 49% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 42 parents who had raised a concern 2nd highest of 8 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Axminster. Higher than 48% of 8,398 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 83% | 76% | 75% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 3rd highest of 9 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Axminster. Higher than 77% of 8,868 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 97%said yes | 87% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families. Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Axminster figures pool parents at the Axminster schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. This survey used Ofsted's previous Parent View questions, which changed in November 2025. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
Key stage 2 (SATs, age 11), 2024/25
6 pupils in this year group.
Only 6 pupils took these tests, so results can change a lot from year to year. Compare with care.
50% — 9 points below the Devon average, and 12 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Devon | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths | 50% | 59% | 62% |
| Reached the higher standard in reading, writing and maths | 0% | 7% | 8% |
| Met the expected standard in reading | 67% | 75% | 75% |
| Met the expected standard in writing | 83% | 70% | 72% |
| Met the expected standard in maths | 50% | 72% | 74% |
| Average reading scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 100 | 106 | 106 |
| Average maths scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 98 | 104 | 105 |
Source: DfE key stage 2 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Devon. The national closing date for primary applications is 15 January, and offers are sent on 16 April.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were fewer first-choice applications than places.
| Places offered | 14 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 12 |
| Of those, offered a place | 12 (100%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 21 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.0 · 2025: 1.0 · 2026: 0.9
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
This is a Church of England school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Devon | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 8th highest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Higher than 10% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 7.5% | 20.0%* | 26.3% |
| With an education, health and care plan 9th highest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Higher than 7% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 0.8% | 3.9%* | 3.5% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 8th highest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Higher than 9% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 7.6% | 15.2%* | 15.0% |
| English as an additional language Joint 8th highest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Higher than 0% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 0.0% | 6.2%* | 23.4% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 2nd lowest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Lower than 73% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 4.3% | 5.0%* | 5.2% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 1st lowest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Lower than 91% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 4.8% | 10.9%* | 13.0% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils Joint 1st lowest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Lower than 69% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 0.0 | 3.3 | 2.5 |
| Pupils suspended at least once Joint 1st lowest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Lower than 69% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 0.0% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.04% | 0.03% |
| Pupils per teacher 2nd highest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Higher than 79% of 16,642 state primary schools in England. | 23.2 | 20.2 | 20.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 1st highest of 9 state primary schools in Axminster. Higher than 95% of 16,653 state primary schools in England. | 14.8 | 10.6 | 10.6 |
Comparisons are with primary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26.
Nearby primary schools
- Tatworth Primary School 1.2 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 61% met expected standard (KS2)
- All Saints CofE Primary School 2.0 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 60% met expected standard (KS2)
- Membury Primary Academy 2.3 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025)
- Manor Court Community Primary School 2.6 miles · Ofsted: Good (2019), improved significantly 2024 · 75% met expected standard (KS2)
- Chard School 2.9 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?
St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted at its inspection in 12 March 2024.
How did St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy do in its SATs?
In 2024/25, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, 12 points below the England average of 62%.
Would parents recommend St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy?
97% of the 69 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 4 September 2023 and 2 September 2024 said they would recommend St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 12 families put St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy as their first choice for 14 places: fewer first-choice applications than places. 12 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 151304.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 4 September 2023 to 2 September 2024.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, Key stage 2 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.