St Catherine's CofE Primary School
106%
Capacity
223
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Catherine's CofE Primary School
St Catherine's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 223 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Catherine's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Hussey, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5256th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 64th out of 208 in Cornwall.
St Catherine's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 19 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
St Catherine's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Catherine's CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Football, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, St Catherine's CofE 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Moorland Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7HX |
| Headteacher | Louise Hussey |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.4% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 210 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5256th of 13,686
Nationally
480th of 1,469
In South West
64th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Catherine's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Moorland Road, Launceston
Cornwall, PL15 7HX
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