Tor Bridge Primary School

URN: 147263 • Plymouth PL6 8EE

Overview

Name
Tor Bridge Primary School
URN
147263
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE INSPIRE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST (SOUTH WEST)
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
59.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicola Cardew (since 2025)
Telephone
01752964010
Website
Visit
Address
Eden Valley Gardens, Plymouth PL6 8EE

Summary

Tor Bridge Primary School, located in Plymouth, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 195 pupils, out of a capacity of 210. The school has recently achieved an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, a significant improvement from a previous inadequate grading. This reflects the school's commitment to fostering a positive learning environment where children are encouraged to thrive, believe, persevere, and succeed.

The curriculum at Tor Bridge Primary is designed to prepare students for future learning, incorporating a variety of resources and activities. Recent initiatives include hands-on science learning in Year 1 and community engagement projects for Year 6, promoting kindness and social responsibility. The school also places a strong emphasis on celebrating student achievements through events like Celebration Assembly and Hot Chocolate Fridays.

Tor Bridge Primary is dedicated to supporting both students and staff, offering opportunities for professional development through partnerships with local teacher training institutions. The school actively engages with the community, exemplified by recent visits to local libraries and residential homes, reinforcing its ethos of collaboration and community involvement.

Key details

LA
Plymouth
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE INSPIRE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST (SOUTH WEST)
Capacity
210
Pupils
195
Boys
103
Girls
92
FSM %
31.80
Open date
2021-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 195 103 92 210 31.80
2024-09-11 184 101 83 210 34.80
2023-09-11 159 89 70 210 30.80
2022-09-11 159 89 70 210 30.80
2021-09-11 210
2020-09-11 210

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