Best 3 Primary schools in Devon – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Prince Rock Primary School (Primary) in Plymouth; Galmpton Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Brixham; Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School (Primary) in Tavistock — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Prince Rock Primary School, Galmpton Church of England Primary School and Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter and community school type located around Plymouth, Devon, Brixham, Devon and Tavistock, Devon. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Prince Rock Primary School), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Prince Rock Primary School (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 700, typical FSM 15–20%, range 5–10%–30–35%; spread across trusts such as Learning Academies Trust and THE ACADEMIES FOR CHARACTER AND EXCELLENCE.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Prince Rock Primary School PL4 9JF	Galmpton Church of England Primary School TQ5 0LT	Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School PL19 9PR
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Community school
Location	Plymouth Devon PL4 9JF	Brixham Devon TQ5 0LT	Tavistock Devon PL19 9PR
Latest Ofsted	1 17 Jul 2024	1 20 May 2024	1 23 Jan 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	420	210	105
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Learning Academies Trust	THE ACADEMIES FOR CHARACTER AND EXCELLENCE	Devon (878)
Website	www.princerock.co.uk	www.galmptonprimary.org	www.marytavyandbrentorpri.co.uk
Telephone	01752257698	01803842628	01822810384
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Prince Rock Primary School

PL4 9JF

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Plymouth
Devon
PL4 9JF
Ofsted: 1 17 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Learning Academies Trust
Website: www.princerock.co.uk
Telephone: 01752257698

Galmpton Church of England Primary School

TQ5 0LT

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Brixham
Devon
TQ5 0LT
Ofsted: 1 20 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE ACADEMIES FOR CHARACTER AND EXCELLENCE
Website: www.galmptonprimary.org
Telephone: 01803842628

Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School

PL19 9PR

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Tavistock
Devon
PL19 9PR
Ofsted: 1 23 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Devon (878)
Website: www.marytavyandbrentorpri.co.uk
Telephone: 01822810384

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.