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Woodwater Academy Catchment Area

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

Woodwater Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Exeter, Devon , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 344 pupils, and a capacity of 380 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

344

Pupils

380

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Woodwater Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Woodwater 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.

Operating near capacity: 91% 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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Woodwater Academy — School Information

Full address
Woodwater Lane, Exeter, EX2 5AW
Local authority
Devon
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
24.2% of pupils
DfE URN
139019

Other Primary Schools in Exeter

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodwater Academy

Is Woodwater Academy oversubscribed?

Woodwater Academy is operating close to its capacity of 380 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Woodwater Academy?

Admission to Woodwater 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 Woodwater Academy cover?

Woodwater Academy is a primary school in Exeter, Devon, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Woodwater Academy?

Woodwater Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.