Ladock C of E School
80%
Capacity
88
Pupils
5.2x
Demand
About Ladock C of E School
Ladock C of E School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 88 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 110 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ladock C of E School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Thomas Hobbs, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3912th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Ladock C of E School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 5 places, making it 5.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
Ladock C of E School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 5 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ladock C of E School include Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Ladock C of E 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Ladock, Ladock C of E School, Truro, Cornwall, TR2 4PL |
| Headteacher | Thomas Hobbs |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 88 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.6% |
| School Capacity | 88 / 110 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3912th of 13,686
Nationally
333rd of 1,469
In South West
44th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed5
26
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (19% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ladock C of E School
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Contact Information
Ladock, Ladock C of E School, Truro
Cornwall, TR2 4PL
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