Yealmpton Primary School
Plymouth, PL8 2HF · Devon · primary school
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24th of 279 primary schools in Devon we can score, 309 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 — 9.0/10 against 4,318 of them, against 8.9/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 25% | 2.32 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Yealmpton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 21.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Touch Rugby, Multi-Sports, Dodgeball, Street Dance, and Gymnastics. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 173 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
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Yealmpton Primary School
Overview
Yealmpton Primary School is described as a ‘warm, caring community’ where pupils are ‘polite’, ‘respectful and kind’. The report states that the school is ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, including overall effectiveness, the quality of education, and leadership. Leaders have created a positive environment where staff feel supported and pupils ‘thrive’.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘confident, fluent readers’ who ‘love to read’, supported by a ‘well-thought-out phonics curriculum’ and timely help for those struggling.
- The curriculum is ‘well-sequenced’ with ‘ambitious vocabulary’, enabling pupils to ‘talk about their learning confidently’.
- Children in Reception ‘get off to a flying start’ thanks to ‘nurturing’ staff interactions that build ‘resilience, confidence and independence’.
- Staff benefit from a strong ‘family community’ culture, with leaders acting as ‘positive role models’ and considering workload carefully.
- Pupils engage positively with responsibilities, such as elected school councillors, and understand how to keep safe online and in their local community.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, assessment does not effectively determine what pupils have learned, leading to ‘gaps in their learning’ or ‘misconceptions’ that are not addressed.
- The approach to spiritual, moral, social and cultural (SMSC) development and religious education is not yet fully developed, making it difficult for pupils to discuss ‘different religions’ or life beyond their local community.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with a ‘culture of vigilance’ where staff are well trained to spot concerns and report them swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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