Newton Ferrers, Plymouth, Devon PL8 1AS
10 simple reasons to choose Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School
State primary school (academy converter) and nursery in Plymouth.
For pupils aged 3 to 11 years.
Mixed school (about 50%/50%).
Day school.
Church of England faith school.
Non-selective intake.
Very small school, with less than one class per year (combined year groups).
School not tied to any one senior school.
No fees.
10 better reasons to choose Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School
Schoolsmith Score®; 71.
One of the best state primary schools in Plymouth and one of the 3 best independent or state primaries within 5 miles.
On average, 30 pupils per class and 23.3 pupils per teacher, from Year 1.
In the top 13% of schools in the country for attainment in Year 6 SATS exams, over the last 4 years.
The curriculum emphasises Christian social morality. Subjects are taught separately and are organised by topics, with cross-curricular linking where appropriate. Comprehensive programme of visitors, day trips and residential trips (cultural, field and adventure).
In the top 18% of schools in the country for pupil progress, over the last 4 years.
School curriculum also includes PSHE, Spanish. There are a small number of academic clubs.
School offers over 10 different sports. Representative teams in major sports from Year 3.
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 2011.
Find another school near Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School
Independent Prep Schools
Fletewood School at Derry Villas (9.3 miles); Plymouth College Preparatory School (9.8 miles); King's School, Plymouth (10 miles).
State Primary Schools
Yealmpton Primary School (3.2 miles); Holbeton Primary School (4.5 miles); Ermington Primary School (6.7 miles).
Independent Senior Schools
Plymouth College (9.3 miles); South Devon Steiner School (19.2 miles); Sands School (20.7 miles).
State Senior Schools
Coombe Dean School Academy Trust (5.9 miles); Plymstock School (6.5 miles); Plymouth High School for Girls (9.1 miles).