St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy — Primary School in Plymouth

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St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy

Plymouth, PL6 5FN

471 Pupils

500 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

8.90% FSM %

237 Boys

234 Girls

About St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy

St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy is an Academies for pupils aged 3–11 based in Plymouth, South West. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 471 pupils on roll. School capacity: 500. Current headteacher: Suzie Ottewell.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Plymouth or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy sponsor led
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Plymouth
Region	South West
Administrative District	Plymouth
Parliamentary Constituency	Plymouth Moor View
Ward	Moor View
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	ST CHRISTOPHER'S C OF E (PRIMARY) MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Opened	01-09-2015
UKPRN	10053394
URN	140425
Data Last Updated	09-07-2025

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Jackie Barry	Chair of Local Governing Body	01/09/2021	31/08/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Nisha Anil	Local Governor	01/09/2021	31/08/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Lucy Babb	Local Governor	11/05/2023	10/05/2027	Elected by school staff
Justin Bailey	Local Governor	01/09/2021	31/08/2025	Elected by parents
Ms Sally Eales	Local Governor	01/09/2023	31/08/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Katie Howell-Head	Local Governor	14/06/2023	09/04/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
William Noble	Local Governor	06/05/2025	05/05/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Suzie Ottewell	Local Governor	01/09/2024	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Ryan Proctor	Local Governor	18/09/2025	17/09/2029	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Andrew Sinclair	Local Governor	08/12/2025	07/12/2029	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Tatiana Wilson	Local Governor	30/04/2025	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy?

St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy is a Academy sponsor led (group: Academies) in Plymouth, Plymouth.

How many pupils does St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy have?

St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy has 471 pupils, with a capacity of 500.

What is the age range at St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy?

St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy a faith school?

Yes, St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy?

The Headteacher at St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy is Mrs Suzie Ottewell.

Where is St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy located?

St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy is at 1 Peregrine Road, Plymouth, PL6 5FN, in the Plymouth local authority, South West.

Does St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy currently open?

St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Suzie Ottewell

1 Peregrine Road, Plymouth, PL6 5FN

01752395969

www.stmatthews.stcmat.org

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 140425

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026