Austin Farm Academy
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Delamere Road, Austin Farm Academy, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL6 5XQ |
| Headteacher | Ruth Baptiste |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 117 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.0% |
| School Capacity | 117 / 210 (56% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
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
750th of 1,469
In South West
41st of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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.
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Contact Information
Delamere Road, Austin Farm Academy, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL6 5XQ
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