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Trewidland Primary School

Liskeard, PL14 4SJ · Cornwall · primary school

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Ofsted report card · 2026 Lowest area: Expected standard Mixed Primary
3.3/10 Below average

156th 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.

How this is worked out
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2022/23 71.0 · 68 40% 2.73
Ofsted 10 35% 0.34
Higher standard (RWM) 2022/23 0.0 · 10 25% 0.26

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Trewidland Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2022/23, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 62%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection took place in January 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall rating.

Beyond the classroom

Pupils can join the Health and Wellbeing Club, Gardening Club, and School Council, or participate in the Everest Challenge. Trips include visits to The Lost Gardens of Heligan and The Eden Project. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.

Getting in

The published school roll is 22 pupils against a stated capacity of 77. 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.

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What Ofsted said about Trewidland Primary School

Inspection report dated 20 January 2026

Overview

Trewidland Primary School is a small village school where leaders create a "positive, respectful environment" and pupils feel "valued" and "safe." The report confirms that the school meets the "expected standard" across all inspection categories, with pupils typically achieving well and being "ready for the next stage in education."

Strengths

  • Pupils develop knowledge in reading, writing, and mathematics in line with the national average, with strong performance in reading.
  • Staff foster a "culture of reading" and use secure subject knowledge to explain content clearly, helping pupils "retain and deepen their understanding."
  • Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive "personalised support" and "well-designed adaptations" that help them succeed.
  • Behaviour is excellent, with "unkind behaviour" being "extremely rare" and pupils demonstrating "great respect" for staff and peers.
  • Leaders provide strong support for staff wellbeing and career progression, creating a workforce that feels "invested in" and "proud to work at the school."

Areas to improve

  • Leaders should ensure the curriculum for writing supports pupils to develop "writing fluency and accuracy consistently well," as teaching in this area is not always effective.
  • Leaders should provide more opportunities for pupils to learn about "diversity beyond their local community" to deepen cultural awareness and prevent misconceptions.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed," ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
71%
2022/23
Higher standard
0%
2022/23
Demand
×1.0
1st prefs per place, 2026/27

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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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