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East-the-Water Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

East-the-Water Community Primary School is a community primary school in Bideford, Devon , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 448 pupils, and a capacity of 466 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

448

Pupils

466

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

East-the-Water Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for East-the-Water Community 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.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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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East-the-Water Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Mines Road, Bideford, EX39 4BZ
Local authority
Devon
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
41.8% of pupils
DfE URN
113130

Other Primary Schools in Bideford

If East-the-Water Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bideford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — East-the-Water Community Primary School

Is East-the-Water Community Primary School oversubscribed?

East-the-Water Community Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 466 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for East-the-Water Community Primary School?

Admission to East-the-Water Community 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 East-the-Water Community Primary School cover?

East-the-Water Community Primary School is a primary school in Bideford, 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 East-the-Water Community Primary School?

East-the-Water Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.