Pennycross Primary School

URN: 113297 • Plymouth PL2 3RL

Overview

Name
Pennycross Primary School
URN
113297
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stuart Tulloch-Thomas (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01752705137
Website
Visit
Address
Arden Grove, Plymouth PL2 3RL

Summary

Pennycross Primary School is a community school located in Plymouth, serving a mixed-gender population of 420 pupils, which matches its total capacity. The school is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where every child is empowered to become a confident and creative thinker. The mission statement emphasizes high standards and a broad, balanced curriculum designed to foster lifelong learning and citizenship.

The school’s leadership team, headed by Mr. Stuart Tulloch-Thomas, focuses on continuous improvement in teaching quality and pupil achievement. The curriculum is tailored to meet the diverse needs of students, promoting both academic and personal development. Support staff, including family and parent advisors, play a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience and ensuring the well-being of all pupils.

Governance at Pennycross involves collaboration among staff, parents, and the community to maintain high educational standards and address key areas such as pupil welfare and curriculum relevance. The school values parental involvement, encouraging families to actively participate in their children's learning journey.

Key details

LA
Plymouth
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
420
Boys
201
Girls
219
FSM %
28.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 420 201 219 420 28.10
2024-09-11 403 187 216 420 28.80
2023-09-11 409 186 223 420 27.10
2022-09-11 409 186 223 420 27.10
2021-09-11 391 183 208 420 27.60
2020-09-11 377 174 203 420 26.30

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