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Compton CofE Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Compton CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Plymouth , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 433 pupils, and a capacity of 436 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

433

Pupils

436

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Compton CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Compton CofE Primary School is managed by Plymouth and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Plymouth before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Compton CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Higher Compton Road, Plymouth, PL3 5JB
Local authority
Plymouth
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
8.1% of pupils
DfE URN
113416

Other Primary Schools in Plymouth

If Compton CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Plymouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Compton CofE Primary School

Is Compton CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Compton CofE Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 436 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Compton CofE Primary School?

Compton CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Plymouth before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Compton CofE Primary School cover?

Compton CofE Primary School is a primary school in Plymouth, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Compton CofE Primary School?

Compton CofE Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.