Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School
89%
Capacity
106
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School
Mawgan-In-Pydar 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 106 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 119 places).
Ofsted has rated Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deanne Carden, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1794th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 17 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mawgan-In-Pydar Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Dance, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Mawgan-In-Pydar 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 Mawgan Village, Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4EP |
| Headteacher | Deanne Carden |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 106 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.2% |
| School Capacity | 106 / 119 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1794th of 13,686
Nationally
160th of 1,469
In South West
19th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
79%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Mawgan Village, Newquay
Cornwall, TR8 4EP
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