North Petherwin School
106%
Capacity
74
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About North Petherwin School
North Petherwin School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 74 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 70 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated North Petherwin School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Phillpotts, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10657th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 149th out of 208 in Cornwall.
North Petherwin School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 6 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at North Petherwin School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, North Petherwin 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Brazzacott, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8NE |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Phillpotts |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 74 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 74 / 70 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10657th of 13,686
Nationally
1041st of 1,469
In South West
149th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
50%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
11
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brazzacott, Launceston
Cornwall, PL15 8NE
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