Bearnes Voluntary Primary School

About Bearnes Voluntary Primary School

Bearnes Primary School is situated in the centre of the busy market town of Newton Abbot. The school has a strong ethos of self-fulfilment for the pupils while of equal importance is the development of a caring and nurturing attitude to life.

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Key Facts

Founded 1788

Head/Principal Tracy Hoare, Executive Academy Head

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 23 responses • 22.6% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

95.7% positive 4.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

95.7% positive 4.4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

91.3% positive 8.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

82.6% positive

My child does well at this school

91.3% positive 8.7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 23 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

4.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

15.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily J

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School Experience"

I've been thoroughly impressed with Bearnes Primary School. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the staff are incredibly supportive and caring. My child has thrived academically and socially since joining the school, and we feel like part of the community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K

Parent Feb 10, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

We've had a mixed experience with Bearnes Primary School. The school's ethos and values are lovely, and my child has made some wonderful friends. However, we've encountered some inconsistencies in teaching quality and communication with the school. We're hoping things will improve as we settle in.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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David T

Parent Jun 20, 2021

5.0

"A School with a Heart"

We were so sad to leave Bearnes Primary School when our child moved up to secondary school. The school's values of self-fulfilment and community are truly inspiring, and my child has taken them with them into their teenage years. The staff are passionate and dedicated, and the school's commitment to local partnerships is impressive.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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