Padstow School
69%
Capacity
162
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Padstow School
Padstow School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Padstow School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kim Joyce, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9010th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 122nd out of 208 in Cornwall.
Padstow School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 19 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Padstow School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Drama, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Padstow 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 | Grenville Road, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8EX |
| Headteacher | Kim Joyce |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.6% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 234 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9010th of 13,686
Nationally
867th of 1,469
In South West
122nd of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
56%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed19
23
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grenville Road, Padstow
Cornwall, PL28 8EX
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