Weston Mill Community Primary Academy
49%
Capacity
207
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Weston Mill Community Primary Academy
Weston Mill Community Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (49% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Weston Mill Community Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Emma Lenszner, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 26% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13418th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Weston Mill Community Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 25 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Weston Mill Community Primary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 72% recommending the school (18 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Weston Mill Community Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Gymnastics, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Weston Mill Community Primary Academy 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 | Ferndale Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL2 2EL |
| Headteacher | Emma Lenszner |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.0% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 420 (49% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (26%)
13418th of 13,686
Nationally
1432nd of 1,469
In South West
64th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
26%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
34%
'23/24
26%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Weston Mill Community Primary Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Ferndale Road, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL2 2EL
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