High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy — Primary School in Umberleigh

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High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy

Umberleigh, EX37 9AY

90 Pupils

70 Capacity

2–11 Age Range

7.60% FSM %

50 Boys

40 Girls

About High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy

Located in Umberleigh (EX37 9AY), High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy is a mixed-gender Primary school for pupils aged 2–11 with a Church of England character, classified as Academies and situated within the local authority of Devon.

It has 90 pupils on roll. School capacity: 70. Current headteacher: Ian Thomas.

Data for High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy comes from the Department for Education's official establishment register. For the most up-to-date admissions or contact details, visit the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Devon
Region	South West
Administrative District	Torridge
Parliamentary Constituency	Torridge and Tavistock
Ward	Two Rivers & Three Moors
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	TEAM MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Opened	01-07-2017
UKPRN	10064008
URN	144535
Data Last Updated	03-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Stephen Graham	Chair of Local Governing Body	16/06/2025	16/07/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Susie Kevern	Chair of Local Governing Body	29/11/2017	15/06/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Haydn Ayres	Local Governor	09/12/2025	08/12/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Helen Carn	Local Governor	29/11/2017	28/11/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Tracey Doyle	Local Governor	25/01/2021	24/01/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Stephen Graham	Local Governor	17/07/2024	15/06/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Simon Hayward	Local Governor	09/12/2025	08/12/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Susie Kevern	Local Governor	16/06/2025	28/11/2029	Appointed by academy members
Rosie King	Local Governor	31/01/2023	30/03/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Rebecca Large	Local Governor	17/07/2024	16/07/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Robin Norton	Local Governor	29/11/2017	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Lee Trevellick	Local Governor	09/12/2025	08/12/2029	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

Umberleigh Primary Academy

3.56 km • Umberleigh

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy?

High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Umberleigh, Devon.

How many pupils does High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy have?

High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy has 90 pupils, with a capacity of 70.

What is the age range at High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy?

High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy caters for pupils aged 2 to 11.

Is High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy a faith school?

Yes, High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy?

The Headteacher at High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy is Mr Ian Thomas.

Where is High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy located?

High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy is at High Bickington, Umberleigh, EX37 9AY, in the Devon local authority, South West.

Does High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy have a sixth form?

Sixth form at High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy: Does not have a sixth form.

Is High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy currently open?

High Bickington Church of England Primary Academy is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Ian Thomas

High Bickington, Umberleigh, EX37 9AY

01769560324

www.teamacademytrust.com

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 144535

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026