Mount Street Primary School
119%
Capacity
250
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Mount Street Primary School
Mount Street Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 250 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (119% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mount Street Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bridget Shillaber, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4987th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Mount Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 29 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mount Street Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Mount Street 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Mount Street, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 8NZ |
| Headteacher | Bridget Shillaber |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 250 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.0% |
| School Capacity | 250 / 210 (119% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4987th of 13,686
Nationally
448th of 1,469
In South West
28th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
68%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mount Street Primary School
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Contact Information
Mount Street, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL4 8NZ
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