Cockington Primary School

About Cockington Primary School

Cockington Primary School is a positive place of learning in Torquay, on Devon’s wonderful south coast. We offer places for children from Reception through to Year 6. Our vision is to empower every child at Cockington to Believe, Achieve and Succeed.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Swainson

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 57 responses • 13.6% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

93% positive 7.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

93% positive 5.3% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

87.7% positive 10.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

84.2% positive 10.5% negative

My child does well at this school

93% positive 3.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 57 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

19.1

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

32.0%

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 W

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"A Wonderful School Community!"

We've been part of the Cockington family for three years now, and every day, I'm grateful for the nurturing environment and values that the school instills in my child. From the outdoor play facilities to the Performing Arts program, my daughter has thrived in this school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Ava B

Parent Jan 20, 2022

4.0

"Some Good, Some Room for Improvement"

While my child enjoys attending Cockington Primary, I sometimes feel that the school could do more to engage parents in the learning process. The values-based education is great, but it would be lovely to see more opportunities for parents to contribute and support their children's progress.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Oliver T

Parent Jun 10, 2021

5.0

"Excellent Start in Life"

As a former parent of Cockington Primary, I can confidently say that my child's experience at the school laid a solid foundation for their future. The staff's dedication to teaching and the curriculum is evident, and the facilities are fantastic, especially the playgrounds!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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