Schools in Plymouth: Ofsted Ratings (2026)
245 registered schools in Plymouth, South West. 51% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Browse the best primary and secondary schools below, then check a specific postcode for catchment distance.
245
Schools total
210 primary · 34 secondary
51%
Good or Outstanding
124 of 245
33
Rated Outstanding
91
Rated Good
Best primary schools in Plymouth
210 primary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating (Outstanding first). Showing the top 25.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School | PL12 4PA | Outstanding |
| Blisland Primary Academy | PL30 4JX | Outstanding |
| Boringdon Primary School | PL7 4HJ | Outstanding |
| Camelford Community Primary School | PL32 9UE | Outstanding |
| Darite Primary Academy | PL14 5JH | Outstanding |
| Elburton Primary School | PL9 8HJ | Outstanding |
| Ermington Primary School | PL21 9NH | Outstanding |
| Gorran School | PL26 6LH | Outstanding |
| High View School | PL3 6JQ | Outstanding |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School | PL4 9BE | Outstanding |
| Horrabridge Primary & Nursery School | PL20 7SZ | Outstanding |
| Hyde Park Infants' School | PL3 4RS | Outstanding |
| Marine Academy Primary | PL5 2AF | Outstanding |
| Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School | PL19 9PR | Outstanding |
| Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School | PL8 1AS | Outstanding |
| Pilgrim Primary Academy | PL1 5BQ | Outstanding |
| Plympton St Maurice Primary School | PL7 1UB | Outstanding |
| Prince Rock Primary School | PL4 9JF | Outstanding |
| Sir Robert Geffery's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School | PL12 5EA | Outstanding |
| St Andrew's Church of England Academy | PL20 7NA | Outstanding |
| St Andrew's Cof E VA Primary School | PL1 3AY | Outstanding |
| St Cleer Primary Academy | PL14 5EA | Outstanding |
| St Mellion Church of England Primary School | PL12 6RG | Outstanding |
| St Merryn School | PL28 8NP | Outstanding |
| St Neot Community Primary School | PL14 6NL | Outstanding |
Best secondary schools in Plymouth
34 secondary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating. Showing the top 25.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Devonport High School for Boys | PL1 5QP | Outstanding |
| Ivybridge Community College | PL21 0JA | Outstanding |
| Penrice Academy | PL25 3NR | Outstanding |
| Devonport High School for Girls | PL2 3DL | Good |
| Launceston College | PL15 9JR | Good |
| Looe Community Academy | PL13 1NQ | Good |
| Plymstock School | PL9 9AZ | Good |
| Tor Bridge High | PL6 8UN | Good |
| Wadebridge School | PL27 6BU | Good |
| All Saints Church of England Academy | PL5 3NE | Requires improvement |
| Bodmin College | PL31 1DD | Requires improvement |
| Brannel School | PL26 7RN | Requires improvement |
| Callington Community College | PL17 7DR | Requires improvement |
| Coombe Dean School | PL9 8ES | Requires improvement |
| Eggbuckland Community College | PL6 5YB | Requires improvement |
| Fowey River Academy | PL23 1HE | Requires improvement |
| Hele's School | PL7 4LT | Requires improvement |
| Lipson Co-operative Academy | PL4 7PG | Requires improvement |
| Liskeard School and Community College | PL14 3EA | Requires improvement |
| Notre Dame RC School | PL6 5HN | Requires improvement |
| Plymouth High School for Girls | PL4 6HT | Requires improvement |
| Plympton Academy | PL7 2RS | Requires improvement |
| Poltair School | PL25 4BZ | Requires improvement |
| Saltash Community School | PL12 4AY | Requires improvement |
| Sir James Smith's School | PL32 9UJ | Requires improvement |
Check schools near a specific Plymouth address
Ofsted ratings tell you which schools are strong, but admission depends on distance. A PostcodeCheck area report lists every school near your exact postcode with its rating, type, and distance, plus crime, flood, broadband, and house-price data.
Schools in Plymouth: FAQ
How many schools are there in Plymouth?
There are 245 registered schools in Plymouth on the latest Ofsted/GIAS data — 210 primary, 34 secondary, and the remainder all-through, special, or 16+ providers. Of these, 51% are rated Good or Outstanding.
What is the best-rated school in Plymouth?
33 schools are rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Plymouth, and 91 more are rated Good. Outstanding schools are often oversubscribed, so proximity (your postcode's distance to the school) usually determines whether you can get a place.
How do I check school catchment for a Plymouth postcode?
Catchment depends on the exact address. Enter any Plymouth postcode into PostcodeCheck and the area report lists every school near that postcode, its Ofsted rating, type, and distance — the data admissions teams use to decide places.
Does living near a good school in Plymouth affect house prices?
Yes. Homes inside the effective catchment of an Outstanding or Good school typically command a 5-15% premium. The effect is strongest for primary schools, where catchment areas are smaller and admissions are tightly distance-based.