Gwinear Community Primary School
Hayle, TR27 5LA · Cornwall · primary school
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117th 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 the 3,480 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8/10 among them, against 3.5/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Gwinear Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 6.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Beavers Junior Golf Taster Sessions, STRICKER Youth Club, John Muir Club, and Leedstown Football Club, plus attend Outdoor School trips.
Getting in
The published school roll is 106 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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 to close the gap between the 56.0% expected standard and the 64% national median? What specific steps are taken to maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Gwinear Community Primary School
Overview
Gwinear Community Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a ‘happy and supportive’ environment where staff and pupils share ‘warm, respectful relationships’. Leaders have established an ambitious curriculum tailored to the local context, with particular strength in outdoor learning and reading. While the school has successfully addressed pandemic-related learning gaps, there is a need to deepen pupils’ understanding of diversity.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from strong pastoral support, including the ‘golden hut’ for discussing worries, and behave well with ‘high level of enthusiasm’ in lessons.
- Leaders have adapted the curriculum to address gaps in mathematics and reading, resulting in improved fluency and a ‘deep love for reading’.
- The school’s ‘strong ethos of outdoor learning’ fosters a strong awareness of environmental issues, such as using vegetable oil for heating.
- Staff are well-trained in safeguarding, with clear systems to identify risks and act upon concerns ‘swiftly’.
- The governing body ‘challenge and support leaders effectively’, drawing on external support to ensure accurate knowledge of school performance.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum deepens pupils’ knowledge of a range of faiths and cultures, as current provision has had ‘limited impact’ and pupils have ‘limited knowledge of diversity’.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with comprehensive systems to check staff suitability and clear procedures for escalating concerns to the local authority.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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