Polperro Primary Academy
Looe, PL13 2JJ · Cornwall · primary school
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90th 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 — 4.5/10 against 4,107 of them, against 4.9/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Polperro Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. A higher 18.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2025. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Construction Club, Choir, Gardening Club, Gymnastics Club, Art Club, Running Club, Girls' Football Club, and Swimming Club. The school also provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 103 pupils against a stated capacity of 141. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the breakfast and after-school clubs?
What Ofsted said about Polperro Primary Academy
Overview
Polperro Primary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils enjoy attending this "friendly and welcoming village school" where they feel valued and safe. The school demonstrates high expectations for behaviour and actively works to improve attendance, resulting in pupils who "attend well" and succeed in core subjects.
Strengths
- Positive, caring relationships are central, with staff knowing pupils well and resolving situations "swiftly and fairly".
- The curriculum in mathematics is strong, building "core knowledge in mathematical fluency, reasoning and problem-solving" to help pupils tackle challenging concepts.
- Reading is a clear priority, with early years approaches prioritising communication and older pupils reading high-quality books that build "empathy and tolerance".
- Personal development is a strength, supported by rich experiences such as theatre visits, residential trips, and community projects involving local artists.
- Staff feel "happy and proud" to work at the school, appreciating the consideration given to their workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In some wider curriculum subjects, the school has not identified key knowledge with sufficient precision, meaning pupils occasionally lack depth in their understanding.
- Some safeguarding records do not clearly detail the actions taken, making it harder to verify that the correct course of action was followed.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, although some records lack the precision needed to clearly outline actions taken by leaders.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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