St Mary's Church of England Primary School
89%
Capacity
93
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About St Mary's Church of England Primary School
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Hams community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 93 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Martin Harding, it falls under Devon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1654th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 35 in South Hams.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 12 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (18 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Church of England Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Athletics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Hams, St Mary's Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Elliott's Hill, Plymouth, South Hams, PL8 2AG |
| Headteacher | Martin Harding |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 93 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.4% |
| School Capacity | 93 / 105 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1654th of 13,686
Nationally
145th of 1,469
In South West
8th of 35
In South Hams
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
79%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
18 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Elliott's Hill, Plymouth
South Hams, PL8 2AG
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