Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
92%
Capacity
290
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 290 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Holy Cross Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Finola Gill, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11273rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 28 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 2 parents).
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 Holy Cross Catholic Primary School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Holy Cross Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | 2 Beaumont Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 9BE |
| Headteacher | Finola Gill |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 290 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 290 / 315 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11273rd of 13,686
Nationally
1125th of 1,469
In South West
56th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
48%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
2 Beaumont Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL4 9BE
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