Mount Wise Community Primary School
105%
Capacity
258
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Mount Wise Community Primary School
Mount Wise Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 258 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 246 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mount Wise Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Annmarie Allchurch, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10464th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 65 in Plymouth.
Mount Wise Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 24 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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 Mount Wise Community Primary School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Football, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Mount Wise Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | James Street, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL1 4LA |
| Headteacher | Annmarie Allchurch |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 258 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.3% |
| School Capacity | 258 / 246 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10464th of 13,686
Nationally
1022nd of 1,469
In South West
51st of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
51%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
James Street, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL1 4LA
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