Ide Primary School
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Ide Primary School is a primary school in Exeter for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 416 schools in Devon. It ranks 21st of 47 primary schools in Exeter. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 29 November 2023, report published 15 January 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 29 November 2023
Pupils and staff are proud to be part of Ide Primary School. Parents describe it as a 'small school with a big heart.' Pupils say that 'everyone has a voice and a place in this school.' Pupils are happy and attend school regularly. The school has high expectations for all pupils. Pupils follow the school's values in all that they do. This begins in the early years, where children learn to work together as a team. In lessons, pupils focus on their learning and succeed. During break and lunchtimes, pupils of all ages play well together. This makes social times harmonious and enjoyable for all. The school ensures that pupils are well prepared for life outside of Ide. Pupils respect difference and are curious about the world. They learn to keep themselves safe, including when online. Pupils trust adults to help them if they have a worry. As a result, pupils feel safe. Pupils enjoy the many opportunities the school provides to develop their wider experiences. They understand the importance of being a responsible citizen. Pupils particularly enjoy singing to adults in the local memorial hall.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, the precise knowledge the school wants pupils to know and remember has not been identified. This means that pupils' knowledge does not build well over time. The trust needs to ensure that key knowledge is identified and embedded into pupils' long-term memories.
- The school does not use assessment information well in some subjects. It does not have an accurate understanding of what pupils know and remember. The trust needs to ensure that the school uses assessment information to inform future curriculum design and address gaps in pupils' knowledge.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
25 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
143 pupils on roll, with places for 140
Schools near Ide Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowhill Primary School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
| Alphington Primary School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 66% met the expected standard |
| St Thomas Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 43% met the expected standard |
| Montgomery Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
| St Gabriel's CofE Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- EXETER LEARNING ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Miss Alice Purcell
- Phone
- 01392576245
- Address
- High Street, Ide, Exeter, EX2 9RN
- Local authority
- Devon
- URN
- 143189
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.