Widecombe-in-the-Moor Primary
Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Newton Abbot, TQ13 7TBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Widecombe-in-the-Moor Primary is a primary school in Newton Abbot for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 416 schools in Devon. It ranks 2nd of 27 primary schools in Newton Abbot. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2017.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 21 February 2017, report published 13 March 2017
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 26 January 2023
The school is warm, inviting and friendly. The headteacher is committed, visible and approachable to parents. Parents appreciate the care and nurture provided for their children. One parent commented that 'Widecombe is a wonderful little school at the heart of the community.' Pupils are well mannered and talk proudly about their school. They are happy and love learning because adults 'make it fun'. Pupils know that adults will support them well when they need help. They are confident that staff will listen to them if they have any concerns. Incidents of bullying and poor behaviour are rare. Pupils enjoy a wide range of experiences that enhance their broader development. This raises their awareness of the world around them. Pupils actively contribute to the life of the school as members of the pupil parliament. They appreciate the facilities they have access to at school, particularly the swimming pool and forest school. Leaders support pupils well in developing their interests and talents. Pupils take part in many enrichment activities, including visits and residential trips. They enjoy music, sports and dance opportunities.
What the school should improve
- Learning in some subjects is not as well thought out and sequenced as in others. As a result, pupils do not develop as deep an understanding in these subjects. Leaders need to ensure that all subjects are designed and implemented effectively so that pupils have the depth of knowledge they need to succeed.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
20 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
93 pupils on roll, with places for 90
Schools near Widecombe-in-the-Moor Primary
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilsington Church of England Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 75% met the expected standard |
| Ashburton Primary School | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 59% met the expected standard |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Buckfast | 6 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 61% met the expected standard |
| Bovey Tracey Academy | 6 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 68% met the expected standard |
| Blackpool Church of England Primary School | 6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 54% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- LINK ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Anthony Arnold
- Phone
- 01364621261
- Address
- Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Newton Abbot, TQ13 7TB
- Local authority
- Devon
- URN
- 136563
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.