St Peter's RC Primary School
46%
Capacity
97
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St Peter's RC Primary School
St Peter's RC Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 97 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (46% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's RC Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Esther Archer, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13133rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 65 in Plymouth.
St Peter's RC Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 6 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's RC Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, St Peter's RC 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Brentford Avenue, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL5 4HD |
| Headteacher | Esther Archer |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 45.4% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 210 (46% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2010. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13133rd of 13,686
Nationally
1394th of 1,469
In South West
63rd of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
33%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
15
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 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.
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Contact Information
Brentford Avenue, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL5 4HD
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