Alverton Primary School
Penzance, TR18 4QD · Cornwall · primary school
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3rd of 218 primary schools in Cornwall we can score, 236 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.1/10 against 3,831 of them, against 8.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 77.0 · 82 | 62% | 5.04 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 38% | 3.58 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alverton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 21.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in hockey, football, rugby, and judo, alongside Mazey Musical Productions. Trips include residential visits, the Eden Project, Porthpean, London, Legoland, and sailing down the River Fal. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 386 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the curriculum balance the extensive sports and arts programme with core academic subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who need additional help in reading or maths?
What Ofsted said about Alverton Primary School
Overview
Alverton Primary School is described as a place where pupils are happy, respectful, and feel safe within a close-knit community. The report highlights an ambitious curriculum and strong personal development opportunities, noting that pupils rise to high expectations and enjoy a wide variety of clubs. Despite recent leadership changes, the trust has stabilised the school, ensuring continued learning and effective safeguarding arrangements.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes to learning" and treat each other with respect, fostering a sense of being "like a family."
- The curriculum is ambitious and carefully sequenced, helping pupils "secure knowledge into their long-term memory."
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils benefiting from "a breadth of opportunities and experiences that go beyond the academic," including drama and leadership roles.
- Staff build "warm relationships with pupils," contributing to a calm and orderly environment where children feel well looked after.
- Early years provision is strong, with children getting off to a "strong start" and enjoying a wide range of books.
Areas to improve
- The trust must develop staff expertise to identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) early and ensure they receive consistent support from learning plans.
- The trust must ensure the writing curriculum defines essential knowledge pupils must secure at each stage to address inconsistencies in writing standards and unaddressed errors.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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