Perran-Ar-Worthal Community Primary School
Truro, TR3 7LA · Cornwall · primary school
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45th 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 3,159 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2/10 among them, against 6.7/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Perran-Ar-Worthal Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2 out of 10 among them, against 6.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Book Club, Cross Country Club, and Girls' Football After School Club. Sports include football with Plymouth Argyle, netball, hockey, basketball, cross country, T1 rugby, and cricket. Trips visit the Maritime Museum, Pizza Express, Cornwall at War museum, and Bodmin Jail. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 198 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 progress from the expected to the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in reading?
What Ofsted said about Perran-Ar-Worthal Community Primary School
Overview
Perran-Ar-Worthal Community Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "happy, thriving" environment where pupils are "polite, respectful and care for each other." Leaders maintain an "ambitious" curriculum that supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs, fostering strong relationships with families and staff.
Strengths
- Pupils arrive with a "smile, keen to learn" and behave very well, with staff ensuring bullying is not tolerated.
- The curriculum is "broad and balanced," with subject leaders organising learning to help pupils "build their knowledge and skills over time."
- Early reading is taught "consistently well" using a precise phonics approach, ensuring pupils who fall behind receive support to "catch up."
- Staff identify pupils with special educational needs quickly and ensure they follow the "full curriculum" with appropriate external support.
- Leaders promote personal development effectively, encouraging pupils to consider their well-being and participate in activities like "Fabulous Fridays."
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not always provide work that is "sufficiently demanding for the most able pupils," limiting opportunities to deepen learning. Leaders should ensure work is "well matched to the needs of all pupils."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong safeguarding culture" where staff are vigilant, receive regular training, and diligently follow up on concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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