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Dunsford Community Academy Catchment Area

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

Dunsford Community Academy is a academy converter primary school in Exeter, Devon , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 99 pupils, and a capacity of 84 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

99

Pupils

84

Capacity

118%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

Dunsford Community Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Dunsford Community Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Devon. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 99 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 84 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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Dunsford Community Academy — School Information

Full address
Dunsford, Exeter, EX6 7DD
Local authority
Devon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
2.5% of pupils
DfE URN
145347

Other Primary Schools in Exeter

If Dunsford Community Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Exeter are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Dunsford Community Academy

Is Dunsford Community Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Dunsford Community Academy currently has 99 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 84 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Dunsford Community Academy?

Admission to Dunsford Community Academy 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 Dunsford Community Academy cover?

Dunsford Community Academy is a primary school in Exeter, 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 Dunsford Community Academy?

Dunsford Community Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.