Manadon Vale Primary School

About Manadon Vale Primary School

Manadon Vale is a very special place, where we aim to provide a happy, caring, safe, friendly, challenging and inspirational environment. We are a large primary school where the children are at the heart of everything we do.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Hayley Gilbride

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 109 responses • 26.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

93.6% positive 6.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

95.4% positive 4.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

91.8% positive 5.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

87.2% positive 5.5% negative

My child does well at this school

91.7% positive 7.3% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 109 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

18.9

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

78.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 4

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Emily W

Parent Feb 10, 2023

5.0

"Exceptional School with Wonderful Staff!"

I have been thoroughly impressed with Manadon Vale Primary School. The staff are incredibly caring and supportive, and the facilities are fantastic. My child loves the outdoor areas and enjoys the variety of activities on offer. The school's values of being active, reflective, resilient, and curious really shine through in everything they do.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Raj G

Parent Jan 25, 2023

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

While I have been generally happy with my child's experience at Manadon Vale Primary School, I do think there could be more opportunities for children to engage in extracurricular activities. The staff are all very friendly and seem to work hard to provide a supportive environment, but sometimes it feels a bit chaotic in the classrooms.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah K

Parent Sep 15, 2022

4.0

"A Great Place for Little Ones"

I have been really pleased with the care and attention my child has received at Manadon Vale Primary School. The teachers are all very approachable and seem to genuinely care about the children's well-being. The school's focus on creativity and imagination is also wonderful.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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David B

Parent Jun 20, 2022

5.0

"An Unforgettable Experience"

Both my children thoroughly enjoyed their time at Manadon Vale Primary School. The school's focus on teamwork and collaboration really helped them develop essential life skills. I was particularly impressed with the school's commitment to supporting children's mental wellbeing.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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