St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School
69%
Capacity
144
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School
St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 144 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Hensman, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 23% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13497th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 65 in Plymouth.
St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 17 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
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 Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Art Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, St Paul's Roman Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Pemros Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL5 1NE |
| Headteacher | Joanne Hensman |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 144 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.9% |
| School Capacity | 144 / 210 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (23%)
13497th of 13,686
Nationally
1443rd of 1,469
In South West
65th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
23%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
25%
'23/24
23%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Pemros Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL5 1NE
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