Explore other schools in this area
See every school around PL6 8RF on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolPrimary
Leigham Primary School
Cockington Close, Leigham, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8RF, Plymouth
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
87.9 / 100
Top 12%
Better than 88% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
388
Capacity
420
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
92%
Summary
With a "Good" rating from Ofsted and a strong parent satisfaction rate of 92%, this primary school demonstrates effective teaching and a supportive environment for its 388 pupils. The school’s performance in Key Stage 2 is commendable, with 67% of students achieving expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 45% nationally. While the percentage of pupils reaching a higher standard is lower at 13%, the overall positive feedback from parents and solid academic results suggest a nurturing place for children aged 3 to 11.
Explore this location
Start from postcode PL6 8RF — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around Leigham Primary School
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 10 December 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 67% | Top 45% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 13% | Top 25% UK |
Parent View (36 responses)
★★★★4.1
School keeps me informed
100%
My child feels safe
97%
My child makes good progress
94%
My child is happy
92%
Good range of extra-curricular
92%
Behaviour is good
92%
I'd recommend this school
92%
School has high expectations
92%
Good range of subjects
89%
Progress is communicated
89%
School supports development
81%
School responds to concerns
53%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British93.8%
White Other2.1%
Mixed W+Asian1.3%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Other0.5%
Asian Chinese0.5%
Asian Other0.3%
Mixed Other0.3%
Black African0.3%
traveller_irish0.3%
Location
Loading map…
50.40536, -4.09573 · PL6 8RF
School details
Local authorityPlymouth
RegionSouth West
URN143308
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Leigham Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Leigham Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 December 2024.
Is Leigham Primary School a good school?
Leigham Primary School scores 87.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 12% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Leigham Primary School?
Based on 36 Ofsted Parent View responses, Leigham Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 82% across all parent survey questions.
What are the best schools near PL6 8RF?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near PL6 8RF with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.