Morchard Bishop Church of England Primary School
Church Street, Morchard Bishop, Crediton, EX17 6PJOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Morchard Bishop Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Crediton for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 416 schools in Devon. It ranks 38th of 266 primary schools in Devon. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 January 2013, report published 8 February 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 6 July 2023
Pupils have had a part in developing the school's values and are deeply committed to these. They confidently explain the qualities they learn about in school, such as empathy and resilience. The school sets out to give pupils a strong sense of belonging and community. Pupils say that the school nurtures them as individuals. In the pre-school, well-established routines make for a purposeful atmosphere. Here, children learn the expectations of them. This means that they know how to behave well once they reach the Reception class. They already demonstrate the curiosity and resilience that form part of the school's values system. Pupils' good behaviour throughout the school means that they focus on their learning in class. Older pupils recognise that expectations of them have risen. They are quick to identify any behaviour that falls short. There are, however, some occasions where pupils and parents would like to see staff insist on good conduct more firmly. Opportunities to be active are plentiful. Pupils enjoy a wide range of sporting and adventurous activities, tournaments and trips. There is a diverse range of clubs, including gardening, art and construction. Pupils participate well, with many attending several of these each week.
What the school should improve
- At times, pupils with SEND do not receive support in the way that leaders intend. When this happens, pupils do not learn and develop as well as they could. This leads to a lack of confidence among some parents in the school's support for pupils with SEND. Leaders should ensure that staff regularly involve parents in the planning of support for pupils with SEND. This will reassure parents and help staff to gain a full understanding of pupils' needs.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
12 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
101 pupils on roll, with places for 120
Schools near Morchard Bishop Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas of Canterbury CofE Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 56% met the expected standard |
| Copplestone Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 46% met the expected standard |
| East Worlington Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 33% met the expected standard |
| Witheridge Church of England Primary Academy | 5 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 88% met the expected standard |
| Sandford School | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- LINK ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Hannah Bancroft
- Phone
- 01363877328
- Address
- Church Street, Morchard Bishop, Crediton, EX17 6PJ
- Local authority
- Devon
- URN
- 148743
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.