Salmestone Primary School

About Salmestone Primary School

We believe in school and home working together effectively, for the benefit of all our children. At the heart of this is the provision of a safe and happy learning environment for all our pupils.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr T Platten

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 10 responses • 4.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

70% positive 30% negative

My child feels safe at this school

80% positive 20% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

70% positive 30% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

60% positive 20% negative

My child does well at this school

70% positive 20% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 10 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

10.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

67.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful school and community"

My children have loved their time at Salmestone Primary School. The facilities are excellent, and the staff are always friendly and approachable. I particularly appreciate the emphasis on British values and the TKAT ACE program.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2021

4.0

"Great progress and support"

My child has made excellent progress since starting at Salmestone Primary School. The teachers are supportive and provide a lot of extra help when needed. The school also offers a great breakfast club and after-school activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2020

4.0

"Mixed feelings"

I have mixed feelings about Salmestone Primary School. The school has some great facilities and a lovely play area, but I found the administrative side to be a bit disorganized at times. Overall, it was an okay experience, but I wouldn't say it was the best.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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