Nansledan School
85%
Capacity
359
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Nansledan School
Nansledan School is a state-funded co-educational primary school located in Cornwall, South West (TR8 4FX), welcoming pupils aged 4 to 11. The school has 359 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Nansledan School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicky French, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12570th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 181st out of 208 in Cornwall.
Nansledan School is a popular choice with families — it received 122 applications for 59 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nansledan School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Athletics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Nansledan 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 |
| Address | William Hosking Road, Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4FX |
| Headteacher | Vicky French |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 359 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.8% |
| School Capacity | 359 / 420 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12570th of 13,686
Nationally
1315th of 1,469
In South West
181st of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
39%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
122
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nansledan School
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Contact Information
William Hosking Road, Newquay
Cornwall, TR8 4FX
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