Pilgrim Primary Academy
Plymouth, PL1 5BQ · Plymouth · primary school
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22nd 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 — 7.5/10 against 1,884 of them, against 6.2/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 62% | 4.02 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pilgrim Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 8.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 361 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 not yet meeting expected standards in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the academy handle transitions between key stages?
What Ofsted said about Pilgrim Primary Academy
Overview
Pilgrim Primary Academy provides a positive environment where pupils develop confidence and aspire to ambitious futures. The school is praised for its strong focus on reading, effective support for diverse needs, and exceptional personal development, though the early years curriculum requires further refinement.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "marvellous manners" and thrive due to "supportive relationships" with staff.
- The school is "determined that each pupil will become a proficient reader," with a phonics programme "precisely tailored" to individual needs.
- Diversity is "celebrated exceptionally well," with pupils learning about different traditions and treating others with kindness.
- There is "significant expertise to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities," including early identification of speech and language needs.
- Leaders are "energetic and determined," consistently acting in pupils’ best interests to help them "fulfil their potential."
Areas to improve
- Some aspects of the early years curriculum are "less well developed than others," particularly regarding wider knowledge and vocabulary for Key Stage 1.
- The trust should continue to develop the early years curriculum to support children in learning "key knowledge and vocabulary in readiness for key stage 1."
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 | 51% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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