Mount Street Primary School
Plymouth, PL4 8NZ · Plymouth · primary school
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33rd 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.0/10 against 2,013 of them, against 4.2/10 nationally. 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Mount Street Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 7.0% achieved it, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 253 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
Since the inspection was in 2023, what changes have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Mount Street Primary School
Overview
Mount Street Primary School is described as a calm, family-oriented environment where pupils thrive and feel valued. Leaders maintain high expectations, resulting in strong pupil behaviour, positive attitudes towards learning, and effective personal development. The school benefits from robust trust governance and a curriculum designed to engage pupils through local experiences.
Strengths
- Pupils behave very well, with bullying being rare and low-level disruption "very rare".
- Staff are "reading experts" who diligently teach reading, helping pupils develop "good attitudes towards reading".
- Leaders ensure all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are included in all parts of school life.
- The trust provides "robust governance" with effective systems to support and challenge leaders.
- Pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is promoted "very effectively" through diverse curriculum opportunities.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, such as history and art, staff subject knowledge is not strong enough, hindering pupils’ learning.
- Assessment is not always effective, particularly for pupils joining mid-year or when checking the application of knowledge, which slows progress.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring pupil safety is a top priority and staff receiving training to recognise risks and make timely referrals.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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