Holbeton Primary School

URN: 146254 • Plymouth PL8 1LT

Overview

Name
Holbeton Primary School
URN
146254
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
56.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Honywill (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01752830317
Website
Visit
Address
The Square, Plymouth PL8 1LT

Summary

Holbeton Primary School is a mixed academy located in the rural parish of Holbeton, Plymouth, with a current enrolment of 67 pupils and a capacity of 105. The school caters to children from Nursery through to Year 6, offering a broad and balanced curriculum that emphasises outdoor learning experiences through initiatives like Forest School, Beach School, and Farm School. This approach aims to foster a lifelong love of learning and provides practical, hands-on experiences that enrich the educational journey.

The school prides itself on nurturing individual strengths and building strong relationships within a close-knit community. With a vision encapsulated in the phrase "Small but Mighty; Mighty Oaks from Little Acorns Grow," Holbeton Primary focuses on developing successful learners, confident individuals, and responsible citizens. The school's values—Guidance, Resilience, Opportunity, Wonder, Togetherness, and Health—are integral to its ethos and help shape the personal and academic growth of each child.

Holbeton Primary School encourages parental involvement and community engagement, fostering a supportive environment where children can thrive. The school invites parents to visit and experience firsthand the nurturing atmosphere and dedicated staff that contribute to the unique character of Holbeton.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WESTCOUNTRY SCHOOLS TRUST
Capacity
105
Pupils
67
Boys
28
Girls
39
FSM %
4.50
Open date
2018-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 67 28 39 105 4.50
2024-09-11 76 35 41 105 7.90
2023-09-11 71 35 36 105 11.30
2022-09-11 71 35 36 105 11.30
2021-09-11 55 26 29 105 9.10
2020-09-11 55 27 28 105 9.10

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