Holbeton School

URN: 113252 • Plymouth PL8 1LT

Overview

Name
Holbeton School
URN
113252
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jackie Rundle (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
Website
Address
The Square, Plymouth PL8 1LT

Summary

Holbeton Primary School is a small community school located in the picturesque village of Holbeton, within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With a capacity of 105 pupils, the school currently serves 36 students across four classes, from Nursery to Year 6. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing environment where each child's individual strengths and interests are recognized and developed.

The curriculum at Holbeton is broad and ambitious, with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning experiences through initiatives like Forest School, Beach School, and Farm School. These practical experiences aim to bring learning to life and instill a lifelong love of learning in students. The school community is described as friendly and proactive, working closely with families to ensure children have the best opportunities for academic and personal growth.

Holbeton Primary School actively promotes British values, encouraging respect and tolerance for all faiths, races, and cultures. Students participate in democratic processes and are supported in developing their self-confidence and decision-making skills. The school invites prospective families to visit and learn more about its ethos and community involvement.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
36
Boys
20
Girls
16
FSM %
2.80
Open date
Close date
2018-08-31
Last Ofsted
2018-03-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 36 20 16 105 2.80
2024-09-11 36 20 16 105 2.80
2023-09-11 36 20 16 105 2.80
2022-09-11 36 20 16 105 2.80
2021-09-11 36 20 16 105 2.80
2020-09-11 36 20 16 105 2.80

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