St Martin's CofE Primary School
97%
Capacity
306
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Martin's CofE Primary School
St Martin's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 306 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Martin's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Bandara, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12710th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 186th out of 208 in Cornwall.
St Martin's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 27 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Martin's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (71 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Martin's CofE Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, St Martin'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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Lake Lane, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 3DE |
| Headteacher | Victoria Bandara |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.1% |
| School Capacity | 306 / 315 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12710th of 13,686
Nationally
1333rd of 1,469
In South West
186th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
71 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Martin's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Lake Lane, Liskeard
Cornwall, PL14 3DE
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