Marlborough Primary Academy
49%
Capacity
120
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Marlborough Primary Academy
Marlborough Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 120 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (49% of 244 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Marlborough Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Steph Macdonald, 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 2598th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Marlborough Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 12 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marlborough Primary Academy include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Athletics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Marlborough Primary Academy 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 | Morice Square, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL1 4NJ |
| Headteacher | Steph Macdonald |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 120 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.2% |
| School Capacity | 120 / 244 (49% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2598th of 13,686
Nationally
214th of 1,469
In South West
14th 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
38%
'23/24
75%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Morice Square, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL1 4NJ
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