St Columb Minor Academy
70%
Capacity
440
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Columb Minor Academy
St Columb Minor Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 440 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Columb Minor Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Simmonds, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8478th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 112th out of 208 in Cornwall.
St Columb Minor Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 34 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
St Columb Minor Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 8 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (61 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Columb Minor Academy include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, St Columb Minor Academy 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 | Porth Bean Road, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 3JF |
| Headteacher | Natalie Simmonds |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 440 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.9% |
| School Capacity | 440 / 630 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8478th of 13,686
Nationally
816th of 1,469
In South West
112th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
58%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
61 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Columb Minor Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Porth Bean Road, Newquay
Cornwall, TR7 3JF
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