Kings Nympton Community Primary School, Umberleigh

From the headteacher's welcome: "Kings Nympton is an idyllic village nestled in the stunning Devon countryside, yet only 10 minutes from Chulmleigh and South Molton. We see ourselves as the small school with the big ideas. Our staff team are dedicated to ensuring all children have access to a wealth of learning experiences and the very best curriculum."

The school runs after-school care.

For September 2026 entry, 4 families put Kings Nympton Community Primary School as their first choice and 6 named it as one of their preferences, for 4 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Kings Nympton Community Primary School are Chulmleigh Primary School (2.9 miles, Good, 77% reading, 72% maths); South Molton United CofE Primary School (4 miles, 65% reading, 55% maths); South Molton Community Primary School (4.6 miles); and Umberleigh Primary Academy (5.3 miles, Good, 86% reading, 86% maths).

58.8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well above the average state school (25%), and 0% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

Kings Nympton Community Primary School had 2 teachers in 2026, one for every 8 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

The nearest railway station is Kings Nympton Rail Station, about 2 miles away in a straight line.

2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Grove Inn (opposite), 120 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 0 crimes within a mile of the school. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Devon (16).

In 2024/25, Kings Nympton Community Primary School issued 5 suspensions, 29.4 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.