Boringdon Primary School
91%
Capacity
379
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Boringdon Primary School
Boringdon Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 379 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 418 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Boringdon Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Stace, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6530th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Boringdon Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 49 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Boringdon Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Netball, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Boringdon Primary School 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Courtland Crescent, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL7 4HJ |
| Headteacher | Matthew Stace |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 379 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 379 / 418 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6530th of 13,686
Nationally
612th of 1,469
In South West
34th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
63%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
104
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Courtland Crescent, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL7 4HJ
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