Calstock Community Primary School
69%
Capacity
58
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Calstock Community Primary School
Calstock Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 58 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Calstock Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ben Towe, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 92% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 179th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 208 in Cornwall.
Calstock Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 5 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Calstock Community Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Calstock Community Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Back Road, Calstock, Cornwall, PL18 9QL |
| Headteacher | Ben Towe |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 58 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 58 / 84 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (92%)
179th of 13,686
Nationally
17th of 1,469
In South West
1st of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
92%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
92%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
13
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Back Road, Calstock
Cornwall, PL18 9QL
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