St Neot Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
98
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Neot Community Primary School
St Neot Community 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 98 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 98 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Neot Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sam Bowden, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4293rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 208 in Cornwall.
St Neot Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 12 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
St Neot Community Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 25 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (38 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Neot Community Primary School include Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, St Neot Community 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 | Loveny Road, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 6NL |
| Headteacher | Sam Bowden |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 98 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 98 / 98 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4293rd of 13,686
Nationally
360th of 1,469
In South West
48th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
38 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
2025/26Oversubscribed12
20
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Neot Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Loveny Road, Liskeard
Cornwall, PL14 6NL
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