Biggin Hill, Ernesettle, Plymouth, Devon PL5 2RB
10 simple reasons to choose Ernesettle Community School
State primary school (academy converter) and nursery in Ernesettle, Plymouth.
For pupils aged 2 to 11 years.
Mixed school (about 50%/50%).
Day school.
Not a school of religious character.
Non-selective intake.
Medium sized school with an average of two classes per year.
School not tied to any one senior school.
No fees.
10 better reasons to choose Ernesettle Community School
Schoolsmith Score®; 73.
One of the best state primary schools in Plymouth and one of the 7 best independent or state primaries within 3 miles. One of the 5 most oversubscribed state primaries for first preference admissions in the Plymouth LEA.
On average, 29 pupils per class and 24.9 pupils per teacher, from Year 1.
In the top 2% of schools in the country for attainment in Year 6 SATS exams, over the last 4 years.
School enhances the curriculum with topic based and thematic teaching for some foundation subjects. British Council’s International School Award for international learning activities.
In the top 4% of schools in the country for pupil progress, over the last 4 years.
School curriculum also includes PSHE, French. There are a small number of academic clubs.
School offers over 10 different sports. Competitive teams in major sports from Year 3. School Games Mark Gold accreditation.
Art and music are taught as discrete subjects to all pupils. DT, drama, dance integrated into other subjects. Choir. Over 5 different visual and performing arts clubs per year group per term.
Rated as Outstanding by Ofsted in its last full inspection in 2019.
Find another school near Ernesettle Community School
Independent Prep Schools
King's School, Plymouth (2.4 miles); Fletewood School at Derry Villas (3.1 miles); Plymouth College Preparatory School (3.2 miles).
State Primary Schools
Bishop Cornish Church of England Primary School (2.2 miles); Compton Church of England Primary School (2.6 miles); Hooe Primary Academy (5.1 miles).
Independent Senior Schools
Plymouth College (4.1 miles); St Joseph's School, Launceston (22.6 miles); Sands School (26.6 miles).
State Senior Schools
Devonport High School for Girls (2.8 miles); Devonport High School for Boys (3.9 miles); Plymouth High School for Girls (4.2 miles).