Harrowbarrow Primary Academy

About Harrowbarrow Primary Academy

Harrowbarrow Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 119 places).

Ofsted has rated Harrowbarrow Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Hunt, it falls under Cornwall local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9211th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 128th out of 208 in Cornwall.

Harrowbarrow Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 7 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Harrowbarrow Primary Academy include Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Athletics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Harrowbarrow Primary Academy 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.

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