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Decoy Primary School

Goodgraded 18/01/2023Ages 3–11430 pupilsDoes not apply
Newton Abbot, TQ12 1DH
Devon

Decoy Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 3 to 11 in Newton Abbot, within the Devon local authority. The school has around 430 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 18/01/2023, Decoy Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Newton Abbot can view Decoy Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Newton Abbot (TQ12 1DH), Decoy 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
Attendance94.1%England avg 94.5%
Pupils per teacher19.7England avg 20.9
Persistent absence
Teachers with QTS

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals23.9%England avg 24.0%
English not first language1.4%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

Primary results — Key Stage 2
Expected standard (RWM)-27%England avg -22%
Higher standard (RWM)0%England avg -7%

DfE, 2023/24

All schools in Newton AbbotSee the full area report for TQ12 1DH