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Schools in Braunton

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Braunton is a large village in north Devon near the Taw-Torridge estuary, and one of England's largest villages. Its five schools achieve a 100% Good or Outstanding Ofsted rate, with one school oversubscribed and an average fill rate of 87%. Braunton's coastal location and growing popularity as a surfing destination have increased residential demand.

Devon County Council coordinates admissions, using distance as the main oversubscription criterion for community schools after mandatory categories. Braunton Academy serves as the secondary school, drawing from Braunton and surrounding settlements including Saunton, Georgeham, and Croyde. The village's limited secondary-age transport can make distance an important practical consideration when choosing schools.

Primary Schools in Braunton (4)

Secondary Schools in Braunton (1)

Catchment area boundaries for schools in Braunton are set by Devon and updated each year. The "last distance offered", how far the furthest successful applicant lived, changes annually based on the number of applications received.

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