Oreston Community Academy
URN: 136380 • Plymouth PL9 7JY
Overview
- Name
- Oreston Community Academy
- URN
- 136380
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Amy Chivers (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01752402050
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Oreston Road, Plymouth PL9 7JY
Summary
Oreston Community Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Plymouth, with a current enrolment of 386 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school prides itself on providing an inclusive and supportive environment where every child is recognised as a unique individual. Headteacher Amy Chivers emphasises the importance of creating a safe and happy atmosphere to foster effective learning, encouraging children to achieve their full potential.
The academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to engage students and build on their prior knowledge. With a strong focus on pupil voice, Oreston Community Academy aims to nurture each child's talents and interests while promoting a love of learning. The school also provides various extracurricular activities, including clubs run by staff and parents, and offers wraparound care through the Lighthouse Club.
Oreston Community Academy values strong partnerships with families and encourages parental involvement in the school community. The academy follows the admission policy of the Westcountry Schools Trust, and prospective parents can find detailed information about the admissions process on the Plymouth City Council website.
The academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to engage students and build on their prior knowledge. With a strong focus on pupil voice, Oreston Community Academy aims to nurture each child's talents and interests while promoting a love of learning. The school also provides various extracurricular activities, including clubs run by staff and parents, and offers wraparound care through the Lighthouse Club.
Oreston Community Academy values strong partnerships with families and encourages parental involvement in the school community. The academy follows the admission policy of the Westcountry Schools Trust, and prospective parents can find detailed information about the admissions process on the Plymouth City Council website.
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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)
Key details
- LA
- Plymouth
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 386
- Boys
- 206
- Girls
- 180
- FSM %
- 9.10
- Open date
- 2011-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 386 | 206 | 180 | 420 | 9.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 419 | 213 | 206 | 420 | 9.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 453 | 225 | 228 | 420 | 6.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 453 | 225 | 228 | 420 | 6.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 461 | 227 | 234 | 420 | 5.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 457 | 218 | 239 | 420 | 3.70 |
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