St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Falmouth
Falmouth, TR11 4PW · Cornwall · primary school
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175th 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 3,647 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 62% | 2.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Falmouth overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join film and colouring, phonics, Spanish, and Mini Vinnies clubs, or participate in fitness and circuits. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 187 pupils against a stated capacity of 218. 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 literacy? What specific strategies are used to help children reach the higher standard in maths? How does the curriculum integrate the Spanish club into daily learning?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Falmouth
Overview
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is described as an inclusive environment where “kindness exudes” and pupils display “impeccable manners.” The school maintains high expectations, resulting in published outcomes in core subjects that “exceed the national averages.” Pupils thrive in a supportive culture, developing strong friendships and a sense of safety through effective pastoral systems.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “extremely positive attitudes” and “exemplary” behaviour, greeting adults with friendliness and pride.
- The curriculum is “broad and rich,” enabling pupils to build knowledge year on year, particularly in English, mathematics, and science.
- Reading is prioritised effectively; children learn to blend sounds early and receive targeted support to become “fluent readers who enjoy reading.”
- Staff provide expert adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), allowing most to learn alongside peers.
- Leaders and trust staff work closely to provide a “balance of support and challenge,” ensuring staff feel valued and supported.
Areas to improve
- Some learning activities, including in the early years, “do not deepen pupils’ understanding sufficiently,” limiting their ability to develop detailed knowledge of key concepts.
- The trust and school must provide staff with guidance to ensure activities enable pupils to “know, remember and do even more.”
Safeguarding
The report states 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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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