Widewell Primary Academy
95%
Capacity
214
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Widewell Primary Academy
Widewell Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Plymouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 226 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Widewell Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Broughton, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4235th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 65 in Plymouth.
Widewell Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 29 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
Widewell Primary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 2 parents).
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 Widewell Primary Academy include Forest School, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Widewell 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Lulworth Drive, Widewell Primary School, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL6 7ER |
| Headteacher | Victoria Broughton |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.3% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 226 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4235th of 13,686
Nationally
357th of 1,469
In South West
26th of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
70%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lulworth Drive, Widewell Primary School, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL6 7ER
Lulworth Drive, Widewell Primary School, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL6 7ER
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