St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy
Plymouth, PL6 5FN · Plymouth · primary school
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49th 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 the 3,383 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 2.4/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 41% | 1.05 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 1.0 · 21 | 26% | 0.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 1.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join OPAL Play Leader, We Do Football, Dance, Multi Sports, Martial Arts, and Cheerleading. An after-school club is available, and EYFS pupils visit the Aquarium.
Getting in
The published school roll is 487 pupils against a stated capacity of 500. 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 maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy
Overview
Pupils enjoy school and have a “strong sense of belonging,” supported by leaders who maintain “high expectations for all pupils.” The school delivers a “Good” quality of education, with an “ambitious curriculum” that helps pupils build knowledge and a “love of reading.” Governors actively challenge leaders to ensure continued improvement, while staff feel their well-being is considered.
Strengths
- Children get off to a “flying start” in the early years, where teachers “respond sensitively to their needs” and plan engaging learning opportunities.
- Pupils are “kind and friendly,” ensuring everyone feels included, with bullying reported to “hardly ever happen.”
- The curriculum is well-designed, particularly in mathematics where teachers adapt learning to address pandemic-related knowledge gaps.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and receive “careful adaptations” to participate fully.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils learning to “celebrate differences” and understand how to look after their physical and mental health.
Areas to improve
- Assessment is not used consistently well across the curriculum; teachers are not always aware of gaps in pupils’ knowledge, requiring leaders to ensure effective assessment in all subjects.
- Some middle leaders are new to their roles and do not yet monitor their subjects effectively, needing support to accurately evaluate development steps.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear systems for reporting concerns and staff trained to identify issues early.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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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