Victoria Road Primary
86%
Capacity
181
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Victoria Road Primary
Victoria Road Primary is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 181 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Victoria Road Primary "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cheryl Brake, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10673rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Victoria Road Primary is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 20 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Victoria Road Primary parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 56% recommending the school (32 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 Victoria Road Primary include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Victoria Road Primary 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Trelawney Avenue, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL5 1RH |
| Headteacher | Cheryl Brake |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 181 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.0% |
| School Capacity | 181 / 210 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10673rd of 13,686
Nationally
1045th of 1,469
In South West
54th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
21%
'23/24
50%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 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 Victoria Road Primary
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Contact Information
Trelawney Avenue, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL5 1RH
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