St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Helston, TR13 8AR · Cornwall · primary school
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130th 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 — 2.9/10 against 2,702 of them, against 3.0/10 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 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Michael's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025.
Getting in
The published school roll is 330 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that St Michael’s Church of England Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The school continues to provide a high-quality education where pupils “achieve well” and leave “well equipped for secondary education.” Leaders have successfully sustained performance despite significant changes in leadership since the last graded inspection.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy attending this “warm and friendly school” where they “feel safe and trust the adults around them.”
- The curriculum is “well-structured,” with teachers effectively checking understanding to address misconceptions and help pupils “master new skills.”
- Reading is a clear priority, with consistent phonics delivery ensuring children can “sound out and blend words” from Reception.
- Pupils with special educational needs and disabilities are “well supported,” enabling them to “work alongside their peers.”
- Behaviour is excellent; pupils are “kind, considerate and polite,” creating a “calm, orderly atmosphere where pupils can flourish.”
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, staff do not always select the most effective activities to deepen knowledge, preventing some pupils from achieving the depth of understanding needed for complex tasks.
- The school should ensure teachers make the “most appropriate teaching choices” to support secure subject understanding across all areas.
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 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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