Woodfield Primary School
112%
Capacity
235
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Woodfield Primary School
Woodfield 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 235 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Kowalski, it falls under Plymouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8202nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 65 in Plymouth.
Woodfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 27 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Woodfield Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodfield Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Plymouth, Woodfield 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 | Taunton Avenue, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL5 4HW |
| Headteacher | Paul Kowalski |
| Local Authority | Plymouth |
| Number of Pupils | 235 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.4% |
| School Capacity | 235 / 210 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8202nd of 13,686
Nationally
779th of 1,469
In South West
43rd of 65
In Plymouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
59%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
40
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Taunton Avenue, Plymouth
Plymouth, PL5 4HW
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