Chaddlewood Primary School
90%
Capacity
380
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Chaddlewood Primary School
Chaddlewood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 380 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Chaddlewood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah King, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2158th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Chaddlewood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 114 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Chaddlewood Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 3 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chaddlewood Primary School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Chaddlewood 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hemerdon Heights, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL7 2EU |
| Headteacher | Sarah King |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 380 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.5% |
| School Capacity | 380 / 420 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2158th of 13,686
Nationally
188th of 1,469
In South West
11th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
77%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
114
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chaddlewood Primary School
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Contact Information
Hemerdon Heights, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL7 2EU
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