Pensilva Primary School
58%
Capacity
101
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Pensilva Primary School
Pensilva Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 101 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Pensilva Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Michael Davies, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12926th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 190th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Pensilva Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 16 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 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 Pensilva Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Pensilva 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 5PG |
| Headteacher | Michael Davies |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 101 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.8% |
| School Capacity | 101 / 175 (58% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (36%)
12926th of 13,686
Nationally
1362nd of 1,469
In South West
190th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
36%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
36%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
22
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Liskeard
Cornwall, PL14 5PG
Journey to School
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