Illogan School
Redruth, TR16 4SW · Cornwall · primary school
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75th 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 — 6.0/10 against 2,919 of them, against 5.5/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Illogan School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 204 pupils against a stated capacity of 265. 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 are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the breakfast club provision? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in the coming years?
What Ofsted said about Illogan School
Overview
The report states that Illogan School is “much improved” following a period of “significant staff and leadership turnover” and the impact of the pandemic. Pupils now receive a “good quality of education” within a safe environment where they “feel safe and happy” and bullying is rare.
Strengths
- The trust has established a “well-sequenced, highly ambitious curriculum” with clear knowledge steps, ensuring new staff can effectively build on previous learning.
- Subject leadership is described as a “significant strength,” with frequent checks allowing leaders to identify strengths and areas for development.
- The school has successfully addressed previous weaknesses in reading; staff are “adept at quickly spotting pupils’ misconceptions” and providing targeted support so pupils “catch up and keep up.”
- Behaviour has improved significantly, with suspensions reduced, and pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities have their needs “well met.”
- Staff feel “positive about the school’s direction” and are “proud to work at Illogan,” while governors now hold the school to account effectively.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure assessment systems are developed across all subjects to accurately show “how well pupils are learning.”
- Work is needed to complete improvements to the early years outdoor environment so it is “purposeful and conducive to children’s learning.”
Safeguarding
The report confirms 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 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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