St Breock Primary School
Wadebridge, PL27 7XL · Cornwall · primary school
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28th 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 — 8.4/10 against 3,161 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 25% | 2.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Breock Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 16.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in School Council and Litter Monitors, alongside Sport For All, swimming, and mountain biking.
Getting in
The published school roll is 203 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 who are close to the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Breock Primary School
Overview
St Breock Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "happy, welcoming" environment where pupils feel safe and supported. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering a curriculum that builds securely on prior knowledge and prioritises pupils’ emotional and physical well-being alongside academic achievement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-structured, with leaders linking learning from the early years through to later stages, ensuring pupils develop "secure understanding" in subjects like mathematics.
- Reading is a high priority; staff are well-trained in phonics, and most pupils read with fluency by the end of Year 2, with older pupils encouraged to read widely.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), making suitable adaptations so they can follow the same curriculum as their peers.
- The school fosters a positive ethos where pupils demonstrate kindness, bullying is rare, and adults respond quickly to concerns, ensuring pupils feel "happy and safe".
- Leaders place great importance on wider development, including a carefully planned PSHE curriculum that helps pupils learn about tolerance, respect, and staying safe.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure that reading books for older pupils are matched to their reading ability, as some currently encounter words they cannot decode, which "knocks their confidence and hinders their progress".
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with rigorous staff checks, regular training, and accurate recording of concerns to ensure pupils receive timely support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 65% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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