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Plympton Academy Catchment Area

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

Plympton Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Plymouth , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1078 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

1,078

Pupils

1,350

Capacity

80%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Plympton Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Plympton Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Plymouth. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

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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Plympton Academy — School Information

Full address
Moorland Road, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 2RS
Local authority
Plymouth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136556

Other Secondary Schools in Plymouth

If Plympton Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Plymouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Plympton Academy

Is Plympton Academy oversubscribed?

Plympton Academy has a capacity of 1350 places and currently has 1078 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Plymouth.

What is the admissions policy for Plympton Academy?

Admission to Plympton Academy is managed by Plymouth. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Plympton Academy cover?

Plympton Academy is a secondary school in Plymouth, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Plympton Academy?

Plympton Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.