Mayflower Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 41 Ham Drive Plymouth Devon PL2 2NJ |
| Phone | 01752365730 |
| Reference Number | 139710 |
Mayflower Academy continues to excel as an outstanding school, having retained its status since its last inspection in 2016. The school creates an environment where pupils feel happy, respected, and eager to learn. With a strong commitment to inclusivity, the school has established a supportive atmosphere for all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The headteacher and leadership team work collaboratively to maintain high academic standards and promote a positive school culture.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 440 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.05%
Girls: 47.95% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 39.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 15.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 26.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 25 | 58 |
| 2 | 31 | 23 | 54 |
| 3 | 32 | 29 | 61 |
| 4 | 27 | 33 | 60 |
| 5 | 25 | 28 | 53 |
| 6 | 36 | 27 | 63 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 80.7% |
| White, Other | 5.9% |
| African | 2.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.6% |
| Indian | 1.4% |
| Unclassified | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| White & Asian | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 06 Dec 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Dec 2023 | School inspection |
| 03 Dec 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 21 Sep 2016 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils feel nurtured and welcomed in a supportive environment.
- The curriculum is broad and rich, enabling systematic learning.
- High engagement in after-school activities and clubs.
- Strong emphasis on reading and numeracy among pupils.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND through tailored programs.
- Ambitious projects with local partners enhance learning experiences.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 84% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 8% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 109 | ||
| Maths | 108 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.9 | ||
| Writing | 3.6 | ||
| Maths | 4.5 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 22 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 16 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care
Ham Drive, Plymouth, PL2 2NJ |
0 miles |
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Weston Mill Community Primary Academy
Ferndale Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2EL |
0.49 miles |
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Montpelier Primary School
North Down Road, Beacon Park, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3HN |
0.56 miles |
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Ford Primary School
Cambridge Road, Ford, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1PU |
0.6 miles |
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Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School
Renown Street, Keyham, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2DE |
0.6 miles |
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Pennycross Primary School
Arden Grove, Pennycross, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3RL |
0.67 miles |
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Drake Primary Academy
1 Johnston Terrace Ope, Keyham, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 2EN |
0.75 miles |
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Marine Academy Primary
Trevithick Road, St. Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2AF |
0.86 miles |
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College Road Primary School
College Road, Keyham, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1NS |
0.87 miles |
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Victoria Road Primary
Trelawney Avenue, St Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 1RH |
0.98 miles |
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Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School
Roman Way, Higher St Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2DT |
1.05 miles |
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St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy
Priestley Avenue, Higher Saint Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2DW |
1.06 miles |
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Shakespeare Primary School
400 Honicknowle Lane, Honicknowle, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 3JU |
1.1 miles |
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St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School
Pemros Road, St Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 1NE |
1.12 miles |
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Morice Town Primary Academy
Charlotte Street, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 1RJ |
1.12 miles |
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Riverside Community Primary School
210 Poole Park Road, St Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 1DD |
1.14 miles |
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Stoke Damerel Primary Academy
Collingwood Road, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5PA |
1.3 miles |
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Stuart Road Primary Academy
Palmerston Street, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5LL |
1.34 miles |
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King's School
Hartley Road, Mannamead, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 5LW |
1.36 miles |
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Manadon Vale Primary School
St Peter's Road, Manadon, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 3DL |
1.39 miles |
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All Saints Church of England Academy
Pennycross, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 3NE |
0.61 miles |
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Devonport High School for Girls
Lyndhurst Road, Peverell, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3DL |
0.68 miles |
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Marine Academy Plymouth
Trevithick Road, Plymouth, PL5 2AF |
0.84 miles |
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Mount Tamar School
Row Lane, Higher St Budeaux, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2EF |
1.01 miles |
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Scott Medical and Healthcare College
Somerset Place, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 4BD |
1.04 miles |
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Stoke Damerel Community College
Somerset Place, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 4BD |
1.04 miles |
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UTC Plymouth
Park Avenue, Devonport, Plymouth, PL1 4RL |
1.3 miles |
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Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus
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1.43 miles |
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Plymouth College
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1.48 miles |
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Devonport High School for Boys
Paradise Road, Stoke, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5QP |
1.49 miles |
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City College Plymouth
Kings Road, Devonport, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 5QG |
1.5 miles |
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St Boniface's RC College
21 Boniface Lane, Crownhill, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 3AG |
1.51 miles |
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Mill Ford School
Rochford Crescent, Ernesettle, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 2PY |
1.56 miles |
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Brook Green Centre for Learning
Bodmin Road, Whitleigh, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 4DZ |
1.58 miles |
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Chapel Bridge School
99 Craigie Drive, Stonehouse, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3JL |
1.69 miles |
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Plymouth High School for Girls
St Lawrence Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6HT |
1.76 miles |
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Sir John Hunt Community Sports College
Lancaster Gardens, Whitleigh, Plymouth, Devon, PL5 4AA |
1.89 miles |
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Eggbuckland Community College
Westcott Close, Eggbuckland, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 5YB |
1.93 miles |
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Millbay Academy
22 Millbay Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL1 3EG |
1.95 miles |
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Woodlands School
Woodview Learning Community, Picklecombe Drive, Off Tamerton Foliot Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 5ES |
2.13 miles |