Widey Court Primary School
URN: 143309 • Plymouth PL6 5JS
Overview
- Name
- Widey Court Primary School
- URN
- 143309
- 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
- 69.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shaun Nicholls (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01752773909
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Widey Lane, Plymouth PL6 5JS
Summary
Widey Court Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Plymouth, with a current enrolment of 605 pupils and a capacity of 630. The school prides itself on creating a warm and friendly environment where children can learn and grow. With a commitment to high standards and personal development, Widey Court aims to nurture a genuine love for learning and prepare students for future challenges.
The school offers a rich and rounded curriculum designed to motivate students from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through to Year 6. They focus on fostering independent learners and provide opportunities for personal growth, including residential trips for Year 4 and Year 5 pupils to enhance teamwork and confidence. Current overall attendance stands at 96.7%, exceeding the school's target.
As part of the Connect Academy Trust, Widey Court collaborates with other schools to strengthen educational outcomes. The school has received a "Good" rating from Ofsted, highlighting its caring relationships that enable pupils to flourish. The community at Widey Court is described as supportive and inclusive, contributing to a positive school experience for both students and staff.
The school offers a rich and rounded curriculum designed to motivate students from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through to Year 6. They focus on fostering independent learners and provide opportunities for personal growth, including residential trips for Year 4 and Year 5 pupils to enhance teamwork and confidence. Current overall attendance stands at 96.7%, exceeding the school's target.
As part of the Connect Academy Trust, Widey Court collaborates with other schools to strengthen educational outcomes. The school has received a "Good" rating from Ofsted, highlighting its caring relationships that enable pupils to flourish. The community at Widey Court is described as supportive and inclusive, contributing to a positive school experience for both students and staff.
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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
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CONNECT ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 630
- Pupils
- 605
- Boys
- 328
- Girls
- 277
- FSM %
- 12.60
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 605 | 328 | 277 | 630 | 12.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 602 | 313 | 289 | 630 | 12.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 605 | 310 | 295 | 630 | 14.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 605 | 310 | 295 | 630 | 14.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 613 | 297 | 316 | 630 | 15.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 595 | 295 | 300 | 630 | 13.40 |
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