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Rydon Primary School Catchment Area

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

Rydon Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Newton Abbot, Devon , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 393 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

393

Pupils

420

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Rydon Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Rydon Primary School 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.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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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Rydon Primary School — School Information

Full address
Rydon Road, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, TQ12 3LP
Local authority
Devon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
14.2% of pupils
DfE URN
137528

Other Primary Schools in Newton Abbot

If Rydon Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Newton Abbot are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rydon Primary School

Is Rydon Primary School oversubscribed?

Rydon Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Rydon Primary School?

Admission to Rydon 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 Rydon Primary School cover?

Rydon Primary School is a primary school in Newton Abbot, Devon, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Rydon Primary School?

Rydon Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.