Menheniot Primary School
101%
Capacity
154
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Menheniot Primary School
Menheniot 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 154 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 153 places).
Ofsted has rated Menheniot Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher A J Raynham-Dobb, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1413th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Menheniot Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 10 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
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 Menheniot Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Dance, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Menheniot 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 | East Road, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 3QY |
| Headteacher | A J Raynham-Dobb |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 154 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.6% |
| School Capacity | 154 / 153 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1413th of 13,686
Nationally
122nd of 1,469
In South West
10th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
80%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
East Road, Liskeard
Cornwall, PL14 3QY
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