St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy
34%
Capacity
82
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy
St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 82 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (34% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natasha Brooks, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8065th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 65 in Plymouth.
St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 14 applications for 3 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 75% recommending the school (12 responses).
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 St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Drama, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Priestley Avenue, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL5 2DW |
| Headteacher | Natasha Brooks |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 82 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.8% |
| School Capacity | 82 / 240 (34% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 1 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8065th of 13,686
Nationally
765th of 1,469
In South West
42nd of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
12 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
14
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Priestley Avenue, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL5 2DW
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