Marine Academy Primary
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Trevithick Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL5 2AF |
| Headteacher | Georgina Reid |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 522 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.6% |
| School Capacity | 522 / 518 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
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
195th of 1,469
In South West
13th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
77%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
111
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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.
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Contact Information
Trevithick Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL5 2AF
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