St Edward's CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
208
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Edward's CofE Primary School
St Edward's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 216 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Edward's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Case, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4528th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 65 in Plymouth.
St Edward's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 18 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
St Edward's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 75% recommending the school (32 responses).
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 St Edward's CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Athletics, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, St Edward's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Fort Austin Avenue, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL6 5ST |
| Headteacher | Stephen Case |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 216 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4528th of 13,686
Nationally
396th of 1,469
In South West
27th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
54
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Edward's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Fort Austin Avenue, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL6 5ST
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