Because of the nature of the area, many of the schools in North Devon have smaller class sizes than most inner-city shools and have a much friendlier atmosphere. Indeed many families relocate to North Devon so that their children can be taught at a small, friendly village school.
In the latest Ofsted's annual report, outstanding North Devon schools have been praised. Schools in North Devon named as outstanding are:
Appledore Community Primary School and Nursery, Bideford; Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School, Ilfracombe; Marwood School, Barnstaple; Newport Community School, Barnstaple; Georgeham CofE VC Primary School, Braunton; Ashwater Playgroup, Beaworthy; St Giles on the Heath Community School.
Devon County County is responsible for education in North Devon, but the following links should provide you with all the information you need to find the ideal school for your children.
UK Schools and Colleges Database
School Childcare and Nursery finder provided by Direct.gov
Specialist Schools in North Devon
Information for Schools catering for Special Needs
View the term dates for the region.
OfSTED (Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills)
DCSF (Department for Children, Schools and Families)