Wembury Primary School
90%
Capacity
190
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Wembury Primary School
Wembury Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Hams community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Wembury Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Wilkinson, it falls under Devon 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 4533rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 35 in South Hams.
Wembury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 30 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wembury Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Dance, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Film Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Hams, Wembury 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Knighton Road, Plymouth, South Hams, PL9 0EB |
| Headteacher | Samantha Wilkinson |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.8% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Apr 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4533rd of 13,686
Nationally
397th of 1,469
In South West
15th of 35
In South Hams
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
69%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
39
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wembury Primary School
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Contact Information
Knighton Road, Plymouth
South Hams, PL9 0EB
Journey to School
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