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Holywell Church of England School
Goodgraded 08/11/2022Ages 3–1184 pupilsChurch of England
Holywell Church of England School is a primary school for pupils aged 3 to 11 in Barnstaple, within the Devon local authority. It has a Church of England religious character. The school has around 84 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 08/11/2022, Holywell Church of England School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Barnstaple can view Holywell Church of England School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope.
Attendance & staffing
Attendance92.4%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence21.3%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher23.1England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Pupil intake
Free school meals15.1%England avg 24.0%
English not first language1.2%England avg 18.8%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Barnstaple
All schools in Barnstaple →Bishops Tawton Primary SchoolGood · 0.9 miThe Park Community School1.6 miSticklepath Community Primary AcademyGood · 1.8 miThe Shoreline Academy1.5 miNewport Community School Primary Academy1.8 miAshleigh CofE Primary SchoolGood · 2.2 mi
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