Gorran School
St Austell, PL26 6LH · Cornwall · primary school
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9th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.2/10 against 3,547 of them, against 9.3/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 29.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.44 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gorran School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 29.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football and surfing, learn ukulele, guitar, drums, and piano, and perform in Christmas and end-of-year productions. They also attend a Camp Day.
Getting in
The published school roll is 91 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 school support pupils who do not reach the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the Camp Day? How does the surfing club operate regarding safety and transport?
What Ofsted said about Gorran School
Overview
Gorran School is described as a welcoming environment where pupils “love coming” and relationships are “warm and nurturing.” The report highlights a “rich set of experiences” and strong parental support, noting that pupils “learn well and thrive” under clear expectations. Overall effectiveness is judged as ‘Good’, reflecting a positive culture and effective safeguarding arrangements.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate good behaviour, with bullying dealt with “swiftly” and a strong sense of safety.
- The new curriculum is “well sequenced,” particularly in early years mathematics and reading, where most pupils become “fluent readers” by Year 3.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities have their needs “identified quickly” and receive targeted support.
- The school offers diverse opportunities, including swimming, cycling, and clubs, ensuring “no barriers to all pupils gaining wider experiences.”
- Staff are “committed and dedicated,” caring deeply about the pupils and the local community.
Areas to improve
- Support for the weakest readers must ensure they get “ample practice in using phonics,” as some books are not fully decodable.
- The school and governors need “full oversight of the impact of leaders’ actions” to ensure leaders are held to account for the quality of education.
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 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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