Leigham Primary School
URN: 143308 • Plymouth PL6 8RF
Overview
- Name
- Leigham Primary School
- URN
- 143308
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CONNECT ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Samantha Barker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01752790990
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cockington Close, Plymouth PL6 8RF
Summary
Leigham Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Plymouth, with a current enrolment of 388 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school prides itself on being a supportive and nurturing environment, guided by Trauma Informed Principles. This approach aims to create a safe space for children to learn and develop, fostering high aspirations and responsible behaviour among students.
The school’s ethos is built around its core values: Kind, Ready, and Learn. These principles underpin the curriculum, which focuses on academic, social, and physical development, preparing children for a diverse and changing world. Leigham Primary School encourages curiosity and confidence in its learners, aiming to equip them with the skills necessary for future success.
Leigham Primary School also emphasizes strong community ties, actively involving parents and carers in the educational journey. The dedicated staff team works collaboratively to ensure each child receives the support they need to thrive both academically and personally. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or arrange a tour.
The school’s ethos is built around its core values: Kind, Ready, and Learn. These principles underpin the curriculum, which focuses on academic, social, and physical development, preparing children for a diverse and changing world. Leigham Primary School encourages curiosity and confidence in its learners, aiming to equip them with the skills necessary for future success.
Leigham Primary School also emphasizes strong community ties, actively involving parents and carers in the educational journey. The dedicated staff team works collaboratively to ensure each child receives the support they need to thrive both academically and personally. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or arrange a tour.
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- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Homepage (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Terms of Use (other)
- Key Information & Policies (other)
- Search (other)
- Book A Tour (other)
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
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CONNECT ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 388
- Boys
- 213
- Girls
- 175
- FSM %
- 27.60
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 388 | 213 | 175 | 420 | 27.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 399 | 210 | 189 | 420 | 29.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 437 | 230 | 207 | 420 | 26.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 437 | 230 | 207 | 420 | 26.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 446 | 229 | 217 | 420 | 24.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 426 | 222 | 204 | 420 | 24.00 |
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