Riverside Community Primary School

URN: 135348 • Plymouth PL5 1DD

Overview

Name
Riverside Community Primary School
URN
135348
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Clare Willcocks (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01752365297
Website
Visit
Address
210 Poole Park Road, Plymouth PL5 1DD

Summary

Riverside Community Primary School, located in Plymouth, is a mixed foundation school with a current enrolment of 403 pupils, serving a capacity of 630. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where every child can thrive. With a focus on building essential skills from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through Key Stage 2 (KS2), Riverside aims to develop enthusiastic learners who are well-prepared for future challenges.

The curriculum at Riverside is designed to engage pupils through meaningful and contextual activities, ensuring that learning is relevant and connected to their experiences. The school follows the National Curriculum, alongside the Plymouth Agreed syllabus for Religious Education, and places a strong emphasis on hands-on learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom. This approach aims to cultivate resilience, independence, and critical thinking skills among students.

Riverside Community Primary School also prioritises strong partnerships with parents, recognising their vital role in supporting children's education. The school values respect, responsibility, and reflection, fostering a community where diversity is celebrated and every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Key details

LA
Plymouth
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
630
Pupils
403
Boys
200
Girls
203
FSM %
53.60
Open date
2008-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 403 200 203 630 53.60
2024-09-11 445 219 226 630 54.80
2023-09-11 493 238 255 630 48.20
2022-09-11 493 238 255 630 48.20
2021-09-11 524 250 274 630 48.90
2020-09-11 549 264 285 630 43.90

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