St Stephens Community Academy
89%
Capacity
213
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Stephens Community Academy
St Stephens Community Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 238 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Stephens Community Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Maura Furber, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9472nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 132nd out of 208 in Cornwall.
St Stephens Community Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 24 applications for 15 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
St Stephens Community Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Stephens Community Academy include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, St Stephens Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Roydon Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8HL |
| Headteacher | Maura Furber |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.5% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 238 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9472nd of 13,686
Nationally
918th of 1,469
In South West
132nd of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
24
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Roydon Road, Launceston
Cornwall, PL15 8HL
Journey to School
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