College Road Primary School
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About College Road Primary School
College Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated College Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carina Francis-McLeod, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10567th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 53rd out of 65 in Plymouth.
College Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 29 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at College Road Primary School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, College Road 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | College Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL2 1NS |
| Headteacher | Carina Francis-McLeod |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10567th of 13,686
Nationally
1032nd of 1,469
In South West
53rd of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
50%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About College Road Primary School
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Contact Information
College Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL2 1NS
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