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Austin Farm Academy

Austin Farm Academy

Plymouth, PL6 5XQPrimary School·Ages 5-11
Goodby Ofsted

56%

Capacity

117

Pupils

1.9x

Demand

About Austin Farm Academy

Austin Farm Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 117 pupils on roll, operating at 56% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Austin Farm Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Baptiste, it falls under Plymouth local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7908th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 65 in Plymouth.

Austin Farm Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 13 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.

Austin Farm Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Austin Farm Academy include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Athletics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Austin Farm Academy is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressDelamere Road, Austin Farm Academy, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL6 5XQ
HeadteacherRuth Baptiste
Local AuthorityPlymouth
Number of Pupils117
Free School Meals (FSM)53.0%
School Capacity117 / 210 (56% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

11 Jul 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)

7908th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 58%

750th of 1,469

In South West

Top 51%

41st of 65

In Plymouth

Top 63%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

60%

Expected Standard

4%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:72%
Higher:24%
Writing
Expected:68%
Higher:8%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:76%
Higher:16%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +8%

'22/23

52%

'23/24

60%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
ICT SuiteDining HallSensory RoomLibrarySports HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

7

Sports

GymnasticsRoundersAthleticsCricket

Clubs & Activities

GardeningArt ClubEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

13

Applications

25

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.9x
0x1x2x3x5x+

12 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Austin Farm Academy

Austin Farm Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01752705367www.austinfarmacademy.com

Delamere Road, Austin Farm Academy, Plymouth

Plymouth, PL6 5XQ

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Delamere Road, Austin Farm Academy, Plymouth

Plymouth, PL6 5XQ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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