Prince Rock Primary School
96%
Capacity
405
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Prince Rock Primary School
Prince Rock Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 405 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Lucy Hanley, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3926th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Prince Rock Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
Prince Rock Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.6/5 from 4 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Prince Rock Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Prince Rock 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Embankment Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 9JF |
| Headteacher | Lucy Hanley |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 405 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.6% |
| School Capacity | 405 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3926th of 13,686
Nationally
336th of 1,469
In South West
24th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
71%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prince Rock Primary School
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Contact Information
Embankment Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL4 9JF
Journey to School
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