Beechwood Primary Academy
Plymouth, PL6 6DX · Plymouth · primary school
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64th of 66 primary schools in Plymouth we can score, 69 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.1/10 against 1,402 of them, against 1.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 34.0 · 5 | 62% | 0.29 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beechwood Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 34.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access swimming, weekly Wednesday trips, a residential week, and both breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 249 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the weekly Wednesday trips?
What Ofsted said about Beechwood Primary Academy
Overview
Beechwood Primary Academy is described as a "happy and caring school" where staff build "warm, secure relationships" with pupils. The report highlights a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that has successfully addressed historical issues, resulting in most pupils achieving well across a range of subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and supported, with access to ‘the hut’ for concerns and a "calm and purposeful" classroom environment.
- The curriculum is "carefully sequenced" to build knowledge securely, with effective assessment identifying errors early.
- Phonics provision is effective, with staff ensuring pupils read books "carefully matched to their phonics knowledge".
- Attendance has improved significantly after leaders took "robust action" to address historic low attendance.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils learning about "equality, diversity and healthy relationships" and taking on leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "variable", meaning many do not achieve as well as they could.
- Some staff lack sufficient training to adapt work to SEND pupils’ learning needs, limiting their engagement and progress.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 2024/25 | 34% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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