Carclaze Community Primary School
92%
Capacity
386
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Carclaze Community Primary School
Carclaze Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 386 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Carclaze Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Williams, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7026th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 87th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Carclaze Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 47 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Carclaze Community Primary School include Art Studios, Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Carclaze 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St Piran's Close, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3TF |
| Headteacher | Emma Williams |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 386 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 386 / 420 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7026th of 13,686
Nationally
665th of 1,469
In South West
87th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
62%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
109
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carclaze Community Primary School
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Contact Information
St Piran's Close, St Austell
Cornwall, PL25 3TF
Journey to School
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