Best Schools in Plymouth
19 schools in Plymouth
Key Facts
- Plymouth is home to 19 schools, with 83.3% of primary schools rated Good or Outstanding, reflecting a strong overall quality of education in the area.
- Primary schools in Plymouth have 63.3% of pupils meeting the expected standard at KS2, outperforming the national average of 61.0%, demonstrating effective teaching and learning.
- In Plymouth, 12.7% of primary school pupils are eligible for free school meals, compared to 23.8% nationally, with a pupil-teacher ratio of 20.87, higher than the national average of 18.10.
- There are 2 faith schools in Plymouth, making up 10.5% of all schools in the area, offering parents a diverse range of educational options for their children.
Top Nurseries in Plymouth
12 nurseries in Plymouth
Top Primary Schools in Plymouth
7 primary schools in Plymouth
Holbeton Primary School
Ofsted
Good
Plymouth, PL8 1LT
Academy · Primary · Ages 2–11
KS2 Expected33%
Absence6.3%
Pupils67
P/T Ratio13.4
Bickleigh Down Church of England Primary School
Ofsted
Good
Plymouth, PL6 7JW
State · Primary · Ages 4–11
KS2 Expected69%
Absence4.6%
Pupils420
P/T Ratio21.9
Yealmpton Primary School
Ofsted
Good
Plymouth, PL8 2HF
Academy · Primary · Ages 4–11
KS2 Expected53%
Absence5.1%
Pupils171
P/T Ratio23.1
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Ofsted
Outstanding
Plymouth, PL8 2AG
State · Primary · Ages 4–11
KS2 Expected79%
Absence4.3%
Pupils93
P/T Ratio17.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Plymouth has 19 schools, including 7 primary schools, 12 nurseries. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
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Area Benchmarks
| Metric | Plymouth | England |
|---|---|---|
| Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard | 63% | 61% |
| AttendancePersistent Absence | 9% | 20% |
| ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio | 20.9:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Spending per Pupil | £6,350 | £7,460 |
About This Data
- •School information is sourced from Get Information About Schools (GIAS), the official UK government register maintained by the Department for Education.
- •Inspection ratings are from Ofsted (state schools) and ISI (independent schools).
- •Performance data includes Key Stage 2, GCSE, and A-Level results from the Department for Education.