Holbeton Primary School, Plymouth

In its own words: "At Holbeton Primary School we are dedicated to providing a curriculum that enables all children to thrive and succeed. Our passionate teachers are committed to fostering a love of learning, ensuring every child is engaged, inspired and challenged. We believe in the power of outdoor learning and our unique locality offers a wealth of enrichment, exploration and 'hands on' learning."

Clubs and activities named on the school's website include cross-country, dance, drama, coding, Lego and gardening.

The school runs a breakfast club, from £4 per session.

In 2025, 88% of Year 6 pupils at Holbeton Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 88% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 77% and 73% in Devon and 77% and 75% across England.

Results rose from 67% in reading and 56% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 6 families put Holbeton Primary School as their first choice and 9 named it as one of their preferences, for 6 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Holbeton Primary School are Ermington Primary School (2.3 miles, Good, 89% reading, 84% maths); Yealmpton Primary School (2.7 miles, Good, 84% reading, 89% maths); Modbury Primary School (2.8 miles, Good, 79% reading, 89% maths); and Manor Primary School, Ivybridge (3.9 miles, 53% reading, 47% maths).

Holbeton Primary School's 2025 results were higher than all 4 of them.

Holbeton Primary School is one of 31 schools run by Westcountry Schools Trust, an academy trust.

Across the trust's primary schools, 70% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths in 2024/25.

13.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 5.9% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 4 pupils (7.8%) received SEN support and 3 (5.9%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.

Holbeton Primary School had 4 teachers in 2026, one for every 16 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Holbeton Primary School.

2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Post Office (e-bound), 90 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 2 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Devon (16).

In 2024/25, Holbeton Primary School issued 1 suspension, 1.5 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.