Schools in Axminster
There are 10 schools in Axminster on the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, including 9 primary and 1 secondary schools, under Devon local authority. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 5 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Axminster (9)
- All Saints Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converter · EX13 7LX
- Axminster Community Primary AcademyAcademy converter · EX13 5BU
- Hawkchurch Church of England SchoolAcademy converter · EX13 5XD
- Kilmington Primary SchoolCommunity school · EX13 7RG
- Membury Primary AcademyAcademy converter · EX13 7AF
- Musbury Primary SchoolAcademy converter · EX13 8BB
- Shute Community Primary SchoolCommunity school · EX13 7QR
- St Andrew's CofE Primary AcademyAcademy converter · EX13 7BJ
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School, AxminsterAcademy converter · EX13 5BE
Secondary schools in Axminster (1)
- Axe Valley AcademyAcademy sponsor led · EX13 5EA
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Axminster?
The Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register lists 10 open schools with a Axminster address (as of 5 June 2026), including 9 primary and 1 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Axminster guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, retrieved on 5 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Axminster?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.