Leigham Primary School
Cockington Close, Leigham, Plymouth, PL6 8RFOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Leigham Primary School is a primary school in Plymouth for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 103 schools in Plymouth. It ranks 17th of 71 primary schools in Plymouth. Its latest Ofsted inspection, in December 2024, graded each key judgement and gave no overall Ofsted rating.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 10 December 2024, report published 16 January 2025
This inspection graded each key judgement and gave no overall effectiveness grade.
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 10 December 2024
Pupils are proud to be part of this warm and nurturing school. Strong relationships form the bedrock upon which the school builds its work. Staff know the pupils and their families well. This enables the school to meet the individual needs of its pupils very effectively. Pupils thrive at this happy school. The school has created a culture of high expectations for pupils' achievement, including for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils work hard to meet these expectations. They enjoy learning and are eager to participate in lessons. Pupils often achieve very well. There are clear routines and high expectations for behaviour. Pupils rise to meet them. Around the school and during playtimes, pupils behave sensibly and show respect and kindness towards adults and each other. Classrooms are calm and purposeful. Pupils feel safe. Pupils relish the opportunities provided to develop their character and leadership skills. They make a positive contribution to school life in their various roles. This includes being planet protectors, play leaders or representing the school at sport. Staff ensure that pupils have equal opportunities to participate in these roles and activities.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, the strategies that the school uses to ensure pupils remember important knowledge are in their infancy. Consequently, some pupils struggle to remember their learning over time. The trust should ensure that, in all subjects, appropriate strategies are used to enable pupils to secure the knowledge they need for the next stage of their education.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
52 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
374 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Leigham Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tor Bridge Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 86% met the expected standard |
| St Edward's CofE Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| Austin Farm Academy | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 46% met the expected standard |
| Thornbury Primary School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 56% met the expected standard |
| St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 54% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- CONNECT ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Laura Pimlott
- Phone
- 01752790990
- Address
- Cockington Close, Leigham, Plymouth, PL6 8RF
- Local authority
- Plymouth
- URN
- 143308
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.