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Hayward's Primary School

Goodgraded 09/12/2021Ages 4–11399 pupilsDoes not apply
Crediton, EX17 3AX
Devon

Hayward's Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Crediton, within the Devon local authority. The school has around 399 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 09/12/2021, Hayward's Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Crediton can view Hayward's Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Crediton (EX17 3AX), Hayward's Primary School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Attendance & staffing
Attendance94.9%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence13.5%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher21.4England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals22.3%England avg 24.0%
English not first language6.5%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

Primary results — Key Stage 2
Expected standard (RWM)-29%England avg -22%
Higher standard (RWM)-10%England avg -7%

DfE, 2023/24 · progress centres on 0, shown with its 95% confidence interval

All schools in CreditonSee the full area report for EX17 3AX