- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
65 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1186%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.2%
- Pupils
- 429
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.6
Schools in PL3
A postcode district in Plymouth
- Postcode district
- 18 schools and nurseries
In short: PL3 is a postcode district in Plymouth with 6 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 10 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries186 primary · 2 secondary · 10 nurseries
Top-rated
All PL3 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in PL3
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in PL3
6 in PL3, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
42 first choices, 44 offers made
Met the standard at 1176%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.1%
- Pupils
- 338
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
Met the standard at 1162%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.2%
- Pupils
- 336
- Pupils per teacher
- 29.5
Top Secondary Schools in PL3
2 in PL3, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1647.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 13.2%
- Pupils
- 231
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.6
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 3 areas
Results well below the England average.
233 first choices, 255 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1638.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 12.5%
- Pupils
- 1,292
- Pupils per teacher
- 13.9
Nurseries in PL3
10 in PL3, highest Ofsted grade first
Achievers Day Nursery Ltd
Laira, PL3 6DG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Bright Sparks Children's Centre LTD
Plymouth, PL3 6HA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Compton Pre-School
Plymouth, PL3 5JB · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in PL3
2 in PL3, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1647.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 13.2%
- Pupils
- 231
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.6
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 3 areas
Results well below the England average.
233 first choices, 255 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1638.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 12.5%
- Pupils
- 1,292
- Pupils per teacher
- 13.9
Private Schools in PL3
1 in PL3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
King's School
Plymouth, PL3 5LW · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 275
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in PL3, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good12
- Not graded yet5
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every PL3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
PL3 has 18 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in PL3
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about PL3
Nearby areas
How many schools are in PL3?
PL3 has 18 schools, including 6 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 10 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in PL3?
The highest-ranked schools in PL3 on Eduscope are Compton CofE Primary School, High View School, Hyde Park Junior School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in PL3?
There is 1 independent school in PL3. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in PL3?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 18 schools in PL3 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.