St Wenn School

About St Wenn School

St Wenn School’s Key Stage 2 results sit well below the Cornwall local authority average, which is a significant point for parents to weigh. In the 2023/24 academic year, just 22% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with a LA average of 58%. That gap of 36 percentage points is stark, and it places the school 203rd out of 235 primary schools in Cornwall. In reading, 44% of pupils met the expected standard, while in writing it was 33% and in maths 22%. No pupils achieved the higher standard in any of the three subjects. The school’s average maths score was 93 and its average reading score was 96, both below the national benchmark of 100. These figures suggest that, academically, St Wenn is not keeping pace with most other primaries in the county, and parents prioritising strong SATs outcomes may want to look closely at the reasons behind these numbers.

That said, the school’s most recent Ofsted inspection, in June 2022, rated it Good overall, with Good for leadership and management, early years provision, and the quality of education. The inspection was ungraded, meaning the school was judged to have remained Good since its previous graded inspection in 2011. The early years provision was also rated Good. So while the raw exam data is weak, the regulator’s view of the school’s day-to-day effectiveness is positive. With only 67 pupils on roll and a capacity of 77, St Wenn is a small, rural primary where class sizes are likely to be very small. The school offers a Forest School, a sensory room, music rooms and a chapel, plus a range of sports including athletics, gymnastics, football and netball. Clubs include choir, book club and drama. For children with speech, language and communication needs, there is a dedicated SEND provision.

Admissions for the 2025/26 year show the school is oversubscribed: 14 first-preference applications were made for 14 places, with 18 total applications for those places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 1.29. That suggests local demand is strong, despite the academic results. St Wenn has a nursery provision, so families with three- and four-year-olds can start their child’s journey here before Reception. The school is mixed, non-denominational and state-funded, with 9% of pupils eligible for free school meals. For parents who value a small, community-focused setting with outdoor learning and a broad range of activities, St Wenn may be a good fit — but those who prioritise high academic outcomes at KS2 will need to consider whether the school’s current trajectory matches their expectations.

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