Lipson Vale Primary School
95%
Capacity
400
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Lipson Vale Primary School
Lipson Vale 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 400 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Lipson Vale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Peter Lewis-Cole, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10467th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 65 in Plymouth.
Lipson Vale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 51 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lipson Vale Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Lipson Vale 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 | Bernice Terrace, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 7HW |
| Headteacher | Peter Lewis-Cole |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 400 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.5% |
| School Capacity | 400 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10467th of 13,686
Nationally
1023rd of 1,469
In South West
52nd of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
51%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bernice Terrace, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL4 7HW
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