St James School
St James School is a secondary located in Devon, EX4 8NN. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 979 pupils on roll.
St James School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Devon
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 980
Number of Pupils: 979
Number of Boys: 516
Number of Girls: 463
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 22.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-20
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2015-04-27
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Harper
Phone: 01392209922
Website: http://www.stjamesexeter.co.uk/
Location: Summer Lane
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about St James School
What is the Ofsted rating of St James School?
St James School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does St James School admit?
St James School admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is St James School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
St James School is a mixed school.
What type of school is St James School?
St James School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near St James School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around St James School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near St James School?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near St James School in Devon. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
