Pomphlett Primary School
URN: 113317 • Plymouth PL9 7ES
Overview
- Name
- Pomphlett Primary School
- URN
- 113317
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Des Walsh (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Howard Road, Plymouth PL9 7ES
Summary
Pomphlett Primary School is a community school located in Plymouth, catering to a mixed-gender population of 228 pupils, with a capacity for 250. The school is part of the Learning Academies Trust and has recently undergone significant developments, including the introduction of a new Key Stage 2 building and a comprehensive curriculum redesign aimed at enhancing the educational experience for all students.
The school’s ethos centres around a caring and supportive environment, where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Pomphlett Primary promotes a holistic approach to education, focusing on academic achievement as well as personal development. The school’s vision, encapsulated in the slogan "believe - achieve - succeed," reflects its commitment to fostering lifelong learners who contribute positively to their communities.
Parents have expressed high satisfaction with the school, highlighting the nurturing atmosphere, approachable staff, and strong communication. The school places importance on inclusivity, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to thrive both socially and academically.
The school’s ethos centres around a caring and supportive environment, where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Pomphlett Primary promotes a holistic approach to education, focusing on academic achievement as well as personal development. The school’s vision, encapsulated in the slogan "believe - achieve - succeed," reflects its commitment to fostering lifelong learners who contribute positively to their communities.
Parents have expressed high satisfaction with the school, highlighting the nurturing atmosphere, approachable staff, and strong communication. The school places importance on inclusivity, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to thrive both socially and academically.
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Nearby alternatives
- Elburton Primary School (79.1)
- Hyde Park Infants' School (76.0)
- Glen Park Primary School (74.8)
- Boringdon Primary School (70.2)
- Holy Cross Catholic Primary School (70.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 228 | 115 | 115 | 250 | 7.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 228 | 115 | 115 | 250 | 7.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 228 | 115 | 115 | 250 | 7.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 228 | 115 | 115 | 250 | 7.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 228 | 115 | 115 | 250 | 7.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 228 | 115 | 115 | 250 | 7.00 |
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