Hyde Park Infants' School
79%
Capacity
214
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Hyde Park Infants' School
Hyde Park Infants' School is a state-funded co-educational primary school located in Plymouth, South West (PL3 4RS), welcoming pupils aged 5 to 7. The school has 214 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hyde Park Infants' School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Yvonne Jones, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
Hyde Park Infants' School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 54 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hyde Park Infants' School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Hyde Park Infants' 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Address | Hyde Park Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL3 4RS |
| Headteacher | Yvonne Jones |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 270 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hyde Park Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL3 4RS
Hyde Park Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL3 4RS
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