St Mabyn CofE School
51%
Capacity
43
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Mabyn CofE School
St Mabyn CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 43 pupils on roll, operating at 51% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mabyn CofE School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lauren Gouge, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 22% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13523rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 203rd out of 208 in Cornwall.
St Mabyn CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 10 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
St Mabyn CofE School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (10 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mabyn CofE School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, St Mabyn CofE 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 | St Mabyn, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL30 3BQ |
| Headteacher | Lauren Gouge |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 43 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.6% |
| School Capacity | 43 / 84 (51% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (22%)
13523rd of 13,686
Nationally
1448th of 1,469
In South West
203rd of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
22%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
22%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
10 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mabyn CofE School
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Contact Information
St Mabyn, Bodmin
Cornwall, PL30 3BQ
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