Laira Green Primary School

A good community school school in Plymouth. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Laira Green Primary School.

Plymouth, PL36BP Ofsted: Good Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

49

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
55.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 65.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
29 November 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Bramley Road
Laira
Plymouth, PL36BP

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
113278
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Bramley Road, Laira, Plymouth, PL3 6BP
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
280 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
230
Free School Meals
49.6% (114 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.6% (6 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
14.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 105.0
2023 102.0 103.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.

Performance Trends

Interactive performance metrics over time

Laira Green Primary School
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Year Mat Average Read Average
2023 102.0 103.0
2024 104.0 105.0

Overall Trend:

Improving trend (+2.0 per year)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
23
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
230 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+2.0 per year)

Up 2.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Be Kind Be Determined Be Proud

Head Teacher's Message

To create an inspired community of learners who are equipped with the skills, experience and confidence they need for a happy and successful future.

SEND Provision

SEND Information Report 2025/2026; SENDco: Mrs Lisa Trembath; The school is trauma and mental health informed; contact [email protected].

Admissions Criteria

Laira Green Primary School works closely with Plymouth Local Authority to manage admissions; there is a public consultation on admission arrangements for 2027/2028; admissions policy is guided by Plymouth City Council.

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