St Helens Church of England Academy

St Helens Church of England Academy: key facts

How many pupils attend St Helens Church of England Academy?

St Helens Church of England Academy has 204 pupils on roll.

What ages does St Helens Church of England Academy take?

St Helens Church of England Academy admits pupils aged 2 to 11.

Where is St Helens Church of England Academy located?

St Helens Church of England Academy is located in Bideford, EX39 5AP, Devon.

How do I apply to St Helens Church of England Academy?

St Helens Church of England Academy is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does St Helens Church of England Academy have a religious character?

Yes — St Helens Church of England Academy has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How close do you need to live to get into St Helens Church of England Academy?

On offer day for 2026-27 (Reception), the furthest place offered at St Helens Church of England Academy was 1.485 miles from the school. That is the distance the last place reached in one year, not a boundary and not a guarantee — it moves with the number of applicants.

What is the largest ethnic background at St Helens Church of England Academy?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 93.6% of pupils at St Helens Church of England Academy are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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