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What is Bere Alston Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?

Bere Alston Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2024).

Where is Bere Alston Primary Academy located?

Bere Alston Primary Academy is located in Yelverton, Devon, South West, PL20 7AU.

What age range does Bere Alston Primary Academy serve?

Bere Alston Primary Academy serves students aged 2 to 11.

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Bere Alston Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Bere Alston Primary Academy

Bere Alston Primary Academy is a primary academy in Yelverton, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Bere Alston Primary Academy has 71% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 50 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 13.6%, 19% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.6%.

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OfstedGood · 2024KS2 expected71%Attendance94.4%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Strong71% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Bere Alston Primary Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 2–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 50 pupils
SEN support: 33% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 71% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.
Pupils who need extra support — 33% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

The area around this school

Environment score: 68/100

Good surroundings

Air quality95/100

Transport access23/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Bere Alston Primary Academy

At Bere Alston Primary Academy, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

79% met the expected standard in reading and 93% in maths.

Attendance at Bere Alston Primary Academy

Bere Alston Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 5.6%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Bere Alston Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Bere Alston Primary Academy is 13.6%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Bere Alston Primary Academy

Bere Alston Primary Academy has 50 pupils on roll.

19% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

33% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Bere Alston Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Bere Alston Primary Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in March 2024 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Bere Alston Primary Academy is next inspection expected around 2028.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Bere Alston Primary Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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