What is the best primary school in Exeter?

On our composite score, Christow Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Exeter, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Exeter?

There are 53 primary schools in Exeter with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Exeter ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Exeter?

Applications for Reception places in Exeter starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Exeter

Compare 53 top-rated primary schools in Exeter, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Christow Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Christow Primary School vs Tedburn St Mary School

The best primary schools in Exeter

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Christow Primary School

Tedburn St Mary School

St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School

The Duchy School Bradninch

Stoke Canon Church of England Primary School and Pre-School

St Gabriel's CofE Primary School

Thorverton Church of England Primary School

Dunsford Community Academy

St Thomas Primary School

Ide Primary School

Cockwood Primary School

Lady Seaward's Church of England Primary School

Woodwater Academy

Broadclyst Community Primary School

Kenn Church of England Primary School

Cheriton Bishop Community Primary School

Exminster Community Primary

Stoke Hill Junior School

Kenton Primary School

Doddiscombsleigh Primary School

Newton St Cyres Primary School

Payhembury Church of England Primary School

Clyst St Mary Primary School

Exwick Heights Primary School

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