Salisbury Road Primary School
97%
Capacity
408
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Salisbury Road Primary School
Salisbury Road 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 408 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Salisbury Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ciara Moran, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4218th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Salisbury Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 40 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Salisbury Road Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Salisbury Road 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 | Salisbury Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 8QZ |
| Headteacher | Ciara Moran |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 408 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.2% |
| School Capacity | 408 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4218th of 13,686
Nationally
356th of 1,469
In South West
25th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
70%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
120
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Salisbury Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Salisbury Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL4 8QZ
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