Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School
70%
Capacity
148
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School
Keyham Barton 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 148 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Rowe, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% 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 2789th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 13 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 72% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Keyham Barton 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 | Renown Street, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL2 2DE |
| Headteacher | Sarah Rowe |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.4% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 210 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2789th of 13,686
Nationally
238th of 1,469
In South West
17th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
25 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
18
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Renown Street, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL2 2DE
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