Riverside Community Primary School
64%
Capacity
403
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About Riverside Community Primary School
Riverside Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 403 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Riverside Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Willcocks, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2895th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Riverside Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 39 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Riverside Community Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Dance, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Riverside 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 210 Poole Park Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL5 1DD |
| Headteacher | Clare Willcocks |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 403 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.6% |
| School Capacity | 403 / 630 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2895th of 13,686
Nationally
249th of 1,469
In South West
18th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
74%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
45
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (87% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
210 Poole Park Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL5 1DD
Journey to School
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