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Bearnes Voluntary Primary School
Queen Street, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2AU
Academy converter for ages 3–11 in Newton Abbot. Mixed intake, Christian.
Bearnes Voluntary Primary School is a small Christian academy primary in the centre of Newton Abbot, Devon, for boys and girls aged 3 to 11, with nursery classes. Its most recent inspection in 2025 did not give an overall grade.
The school says it was conceived in 1788 by Hannah Maria Bearne to educate poor children from Highweek and Wolborough. It describes a caring, family atmosphere, a broad and balanced curriculum, and learning opportunities connected to the local community.
Ages 3–11 · Primary
102 pupils · On roll
Academy converter · Mixed