Otterham Community Primary School
75%
Capacity
63
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Otterham Community Primary School
Otterham Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 63 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Otterham Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher H Ward, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12010th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 168th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Otterham Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 9 applications for 5 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Otterham Community Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cross Country, Rounders, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Chess, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Otterham Community 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Marshgate, Camelford, Cornwall, PL32 9YW |
| Headteacher | H Ward |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 63 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 63 / 84 (75% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12010th of 13,686
Nationally
1222nd of 1,469
In South West
168th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
17%
'23/24
43%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed5
9
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 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
Marshgate, Camelford
Cornwall, PL32 9YW
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