Whitleigh Community Primary School
82%
Capacity
346
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Whitleigh Community Primary School
Whitleigh Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 346 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitleigh Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Dyson, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9794th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Whitleigh Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
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 Whitleigh Community Primary School include Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Tennis, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Coding, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Whitleigh Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lancaster Gardens, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL5 4AA |
| Headteacher | Mark Dyson |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 346 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.9% |
| School Capacity | 346 / 420 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9794th of 13,686
Nationally
962nd of 1,469
In South West
49th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
54%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lancaster Gardens, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL5 4AA
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