Morice Town Primary Academy
88%
Capacity
185
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Morice Town Primary Academy
Morice Town 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 185 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Morice Town Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jacqi Stephens, 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 2696th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Morice Town Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 25 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Morice Town Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Gymnastics, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Morice Town 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 | Charlotte Street, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL2 1RJ |
| Headteacher | Jacqi Stephens |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 185 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.1% |
| School Capacity | 185 / 210 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2696th of 13,686
Nationally
225th of 1,469
In South West
16th 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
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
37
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Charlotte Street, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL2 1RJ
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