Newquay Primary Academy
23%
Capacity
97
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About Newquay Primary Academy
Newquay Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 97 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (23% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Hildyard, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
Newquay Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 29 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
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 Newquay Primary Academy include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Newquay Primary Academy 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 | None |
| Address | Trevenson Road, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 3BW |
| Headteacher | Sarah Hildyard |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.2% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 420 (23% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
125
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Trevenson Road, Newquay
Cornwall, TR7 3BW
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