# St Helen's Church of England School — Bideford, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.5/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Founded:** 1851
- **Principal:** Mrs Rebecca Northcott

## Contact

- **Address:** Bideford, United Kingdom
- **Phone:** 01237 475276
- **Website:** https://www.ash-sch.org/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/bideford/st-helens-church-of-england-school-19763

## About

A warm, inclusive school renowned for our strong Christian ethos, innovative and character-building curriculum and high expectations.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Jan 2013
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Jan 2013

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — Some mixed feelings: While we love the school's Christian ethos and the emphasis on character education, we've found the communication between teachers and parents to be a bit inconsistent at times. The facilities are lovely, but we've had some issues with equipment in the classroom. *(Mar 2022)*
- **5/5** — Inspiring Change Makers!: The 'Inspiring Change Makers' program has been a highlight for our child. We love the emphasis on outdoor learning and the way the school encourages children to take action for the community. The staff are always approachable and supportive. *(Sep 2021)*
- **5/5** — A wonderful school community!: We've been really impressed with the friendliness and inclusivity of the school community. The breakfast club and after-school activities have been a huge help for us. The school's focus on Christian values is also something we really appreciate. *(Feb 2020)*
- **4/5** — A warm and welcoming school: We were a bit nervous about transitioning from one school to another, but St Helen's made us feel so welcome. The school's focus on spiritual growth and community service is something we're grateful for. *(Jun 2019)*

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