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Marine Academy Primary

Marine Academy Primary

Plymouth, PL5 2AFPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Outstandingby Ofsted

101%

Capacity

522

Pupils

1.9x

Demand

About Marine Academy Primary

Marine Academy Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 522 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 518 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

the school is led by headteacher Georgina Reid, it falls under Plymouth local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2309th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 65 in Plymouth.

Marine Academy Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 111 applications for 59 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Marine Academy Primary include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Rounders, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Marine Academy Primary 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressTrevithick Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL5 2AF
HeadteacherGeorgina Reid
Local AuthorityPlymouth
Number of Pupils522
Free School Meals (FSM)21.6%
School Capacity522 / 518 (101% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

15 Mar 2022
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Outstanding

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)

2309th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

195th of 1,469

In South West

Top 25%

13th of 65

In Plymouth

Top 25%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

77%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 109
Expected:87%
Higher:50%
Writing
Expected:92%
Higher:10%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:85%
Higher:22%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable -3%

'22/23

80%

'23/24

77%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning DifficultySevere Learning

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Art StudiosGymnasiumLibraryPlaying FieldsSports HallForest SchoolICT SuiteChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

NetballSwimmingRoundersTennisDanceAthletics

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubCodingDramaFilm Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

59

Applications

111

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.9x
0x1x2x3x5x+

65 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Marine Academy Primary

Marine Academy Primary has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.

Contact Information

01752213939www.marineacademy.org.uk/primary

Trevithick Road, Plymouth

Plymouth, PL5 2AF

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Trevithick Road, Plymouth

Plymouth, PL5 2AF

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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