Indian Queens Primary School
80%
Capacity
337
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Indian Queens Primary School
Indian Queens 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 337 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Indian Queens Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Morris Smith, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10770th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 151st out of 208 in Cornwall.
Indian Queens Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 33 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Indian Queens Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Indian Queens Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Cricket, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Indian Queens 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 | Off Suncrest Estate, St Columb, Cornwall, TR9 6QZ |
| Headteacher | Morris Smith |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 337 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.1% |
| School Capacity | 337 / 420 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10770th of 13,686
Nationally
1062nd of 1,469
In South West
151st of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
45
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Off Suncrest Estate, St Columb
Cornwall, TR9 6QZ
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