Shakespeare Primary School

About Shakespeare Primary School

Shakespeare Primary School is a rapidly developing two form entry primary school, with our own nursery, that serves the west of Plymouth. With a new yet experienced, innovative and research driven leadership team at the helm, our school staff are raising standards at speed for our school community. Our school is located on extensive grounds with huge potential.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Miss Courtney Lobban

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 34 responses • 8.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

82.3% positive 17.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

85.3% positive 14.7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

61.8% positive 29.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

67.7% positive 23.6% negative

My child does well at this school

79.4% positive 20.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 34 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

18.1

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

68.0%

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 J

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"Excellent experience for our daughter at Shakespeare"

We've been at Shakespeare for two years now and we couldn't be happier. The school's facilities are top-notch, and the staff are always so welcoming and supportive. We've seen our daughter thrive in the school's nurturing environment and we're grateful for the opportunities she's been given.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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James B

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A school that truly puts children first"

Shakespeare Primary School is more than just a school - it's a community. The values of kindness, respect and responsibility are instilled in every child and are evident in everything they do. The staff are dedicated, passionate and go above and beyond to ensure our children get the best possible education.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Samantha W

Parent Jan 20, 2022

4.0

"Some ups and downs, but ultimately a positive experience"

We had a mixed experience at Shakespeare, but overall it was a good choice for our son. The school's nursery was fantastic and helped him settle in well, but as he got older, we felt that the class sizes were getting too large and the support for our child's needs could have been better.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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