St Mewan Community Primary School
St Austell, PL26 7DP · Cornwall · primary school
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77th 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 — 5.0/10 against 4,133 of them, against 5.4/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mewan Community Primary School 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%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join speed-swimming, Aqua seals, balance, and fun fit clubs. Sports include football, tag rugby, athletics, dance, tennis, golf, multi-skills, and yoga. Arts activities feature Children's Art Week. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 441 pupils against a stated capacity of 450. 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 60.0% expected standard rate compare to recent years? What support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about St Mewan Community Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that St Mewan Community Primary School remains ‘good’, with evidence suggesting it might achieve ‘outstanding’ if a graded inspection were conducted now. The school is described as a ‘happy environment’ where the vision of shared ‘learning, laughter and friendship’ is realised through ‘mutually respectful’ relationships and high-quality education.
Strengths
- Pupils follow a ‘broad and interesting curriculum’ that is ‘ambitious and accessible to all’, incorporating local Cornish history and rigorous content.
- Teachers provide ‘clear instructions’ and introduce knowledge in ‘carefully chosen steps’, enabling pupils to work ‘confidently’ and achieve ‘high levels of success’.
- Reading is ‘highly valued’, with extensive support for phonics ensuring pupils become ‘confident and fluent readers’ quickly.
- Staff work ‘collegiately’ to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, with ‘reasonable adjustments’ and bespoke approaches in place.
- Pupils demonstrate ‘kind and compassionate’ behaviour, taking on leadership roles and participating in a wide range of clubs and trips.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 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
—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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