Knowle Primary School

URN: 145653 • Plymouth PL5 3QG

Overview

Name
Knowle Primary School
URN
145653
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNING ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
47.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ben Norris (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01752365364
Website
Visit
Address
Ringmore Way, Plymouth PL5 3QG

Summary

Knowle Primary School, located in Plymouth, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 296 pupils and a capacity for 420. The school operates under the ethos of "Every child matters, every moment counts," which guides its commitment to providing a nurturing and inclusive educational environment. The staff are dedicated to ensuring that each child achieves their potential through a broad and balanced curriculum enriched with diverse learning experiences.

The school's mission emphasizes kindness, ambition, and community, aiming to remove barriers to learning and foster a safe atmosphere where children can thrive. Knowle Primary prides itself on high expectations for all students, encouraging them to dream big and work hard towards their aspirations.

With an open-door policy, Knowle Primary fosters strong relationships with families, ensuring that parents feel involved in their children's education. The school community is vibrant and supportive, reflecting its commitment to creating a positive learning environment for every child. For more information, visit their website at [Knowle Primary School](http://www.knowle.plymouth.sch.uk/).

Key details

LA
Plymouth
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LEARNING ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
296
Boys
148
Girls
148
FSM %
54.70
Open date
2018-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-06-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 296 148 148 420 54.70
2024-09-11 325 164 161 420 52.60
2023-09-11 344 178 166 420 51.70
2022-09-11 344 178 166 420 51.70
2021-09-11 383 211 172 420 51.80
2020-09-11 356 199 157 420 45.20

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