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Bishops Nympton Primary School Catchment Area

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

Bishops Nympton Primary School is a community primary school in South Molton, Devon , serving pupils aged 2-11, with 90 pupils. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2-11

Age range

90

Pupils

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Bishops Nympton Primary School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Bishops Nympton Primary School?

The catchment area for Bishops Nympton Primary School is the geographic zone Devon uses to prioritise admissions when this primary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Devon publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

The catchment area for Bishops Nympton Primary School is set by Devon and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Devon before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Bishops Nympton Primary School: School Information

Full address
Bishops Nympton, South Molton, EX36 4PU
Local authority
Devon
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2-11 years
Free school meals
12.7% of pupils
DfE URN
113133

Other Primary Schools in South Molton

If Bishops Nympton Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in South Molton are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest primary schools by distance

These are the primary schools closest to Bishops Nympton Primary School by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Bishops Nympton Primary School

What is the catchment area for Bishops Nympton Primary School?

The catchment area for Bishops Nympton Primary School is the geographic zone Devon uses to prioritise admissions when this primary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Devon publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Bishops Nympton Primary School oversubscribed?

Bishops Nympton Primary School has a capacity of N/A places and currently has 90 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Devon.

What is the admissions policy for Bishops Nympton Primary School?

Admission to Bishops Nympton Primary School is managed by Devon. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Bishops Nympton Primary School cover?

Bishops Nympton Primary School is a primary school in South Molton, Devon, serving pupils aged 2-11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bishops Nympton Primary School?

Bishops Nympton Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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