Charleton Church of England Academy
West Charleton, Kingsbridge, TQ7 2ALOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Charleton Church of England Academy is a primary school in Kingsbridge for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 416 schools in Devon. It ranks 5th of 8 primary schools in Kingsbridge. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 3 June 2015, report published 1 July 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 1 April 2025
Pupils live up to the school's goal of 'striding forwards together'. They treat each other with high levels of respect and discuss ideas together thoughtfully. Older pupils look out for younger children and are keen to set a good example. As a result, the school has a warm, positive atmosphere. It is described by parents as a 'big family.' The school has high expectations of pupils' achievement. Pupils are committed learners and achieve well. For example, they are excited to share their knowledge of local artists and how scientists study changes in the environment. Pupils make an active contribution to school life. For instance, they suggest and organise their own clubs and activities. The school supports them to put their ideas into practice. Pupils are proud to hold positions of responsibility, such as being a member of the school council, librarian or 'PE monitor'. These experiences develop pupils' teamwork and leadership skills. Pupils benefit from an extensive range of extracurricular opportunities. For example, they attend several residential visits and take part in many clubs, such as coding, cheerleading and cooking. The school removes barriers to pupils' participation so that they all benefit from these opportunities.
What the school should improve
- On some occasions, the school does not match work well to pupils' starting points. As a result, pupils sometimes do not deepen their knowledge and understanding sufficiently. The school should ensure that the curriculum is adapted to build precisely on what pupils already know and can do.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
14 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
24 pupils on roll, with places for 56
Schools near Charleton Church of England Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsbridge Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 61% met the expected standard |
| West Alvington Church of England Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Salcombe Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Stokenham Area Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 79% met the expected standard |
| Malborough with South Huish Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 50% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- LEARNING ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP (SOUTH WEST)
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Hannah Ruston
- Phone
- 01548312289
- Address
- West Charleton, Kingsbridge, TQ7 2AL
- Local authority
- Devon
- URN
- 144073
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.