Question 1

Is Ashwater Primary School a good school?

Accepted Answer

Ashwater Primary School continues to be rated Good following an Ofsted inspection on 29 November 2022. The report highlights calm behaviour, pupils feeling safe, and reading as a priority with a well sequenced phonics approach.

Question 2

What are the fees at Ashwater Primary School?

Accepted Answer

Ashwater Primary School is a state school with no tuition fees. Families may still pay for extras such as uniform, trips, and optional clubs where applicable.

Question 3

For Reception entry, applications are coordinated through Devon. Recent normal-round timetables use a mid-January closing point and April offer day, but families should check Devon's live admissions timetable for the exact dates for the year they need.

Accepted Answer

For Reception entry, applications are coordinated through Devon. Recent normal-round timetables use a mid-January closing point and April offer day, but families should check Devon's live admissions timetable for the exact dates for the year they need.

Question 4

Does Ashwater Primary School have a catchment area?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The school’s admissions policy states it has a catchment area. If oversubscribed, applications are prioritised by criteria including catchment and siblings, with straight-line distance used as a tiebreaker.

Question 5

What are the latest published Key Stage 2 results?

Accepted Answer

The school publishes a 2023 Key Stage 2 summary showing 60% reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined. Subject lines shown include 60% expected in reading, maths and writing, with higher standard at 20% in reading and maths and 0% in writing.

Question 6

What wraparound care is available?

Accepted Answer

The school runs a Morning Health Club from 08:00, and publishes a programme of after-school clubs that changes termly. Families who need fixed childcare hours should confirm current availability directly with the school.

Question 7

What makes the school distinctive beyond lessons?

Accepted Answer

Outdoor learning is prominent, including weekly Wild Tribe sessions and a dedicated school garden area described as The Secret Garden, with features such as a pond, vegetable plot, and outdoor stage. The school also references specialist-led activities such as dance and yoga.

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