Lady Modiford's Church of England Primary School
Walkhampton, Yelverton, PL20 6JROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Lady Modiford's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Yelverton for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 416 schools in Devon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in July 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 10 July 2019, report published 11 September 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 5 February 2025
The pupils of Lady Modiford's Church of England Primary School are proud to attend this small inclusive school. Parents and carers speak highly of the school's family feel as well as the level of care that staff show towards pupils. Pupils are confident to share their worries and have faith in adults' ability to help them resolve disagreements. They know that their opinions are listened to and this makes them feel safe. The school is ambitious for pupils to achieve well. Pupils respond to this ambition. This is illustrated by the quality of pupils' written work and how their mathematical skill develops over time. The school provides trips and experiences to bring the curriculum alive for pupils. Guests to the school help pupils learn about the history and geography of the local area. Memorable experiences, such as the recent 'Walking Nativity' in the village, showcases pupils' talents. The school has clear routines that means that it is calm and orderly both in class and at breaktimes. Pupils understand why it is important to behave well so as not to disrupt others. They respond promptly to instructions from adults. Pupils enjoy the rewards that they are given for their high-quality work and their conduct.
What the school should improve
- (Information for the school and appropriate authority).
- In some subjects, the school has not identified precisely what pupils will learn and when. As a result, the curriculum does not build pupils' knowledge well enough over time. The trust should ensure that all areas of the curriculum are ambitious and clearly defined so that pupils develop their knowledge and understanding.
- On occasion, assessment is not used effectively to check pupils' current knowledge and understanding. Consequently, some pupils are not supported to resolve misconceptions and gaps in their understanding. The trust should ensure that teachers have the expertise to use their checks on pupils' understanding to make informed adjustments to the curriculum and its delivery, so pupils achieve well.
Pupil numbers and mix
1 pupils on roll, with places for 105
Schools near Lady Modiford's Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horrabridge Primary & Nursery School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
| Meavy Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 59% met the expected standard |
| St Andrew's Church of England Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Whitchurch Community Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 66% met the expected standard |
| St Peter's Church of England Junior School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 52% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- ST CHRISTOPHER'S C OF E (PRIMARY) MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Suzy Dyter
- Phone
- 01822853277
- Address
- Walkhampton, Yelverton, PL20 6JR
- Local authority
- Devon
- URN
- 143185
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.