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Tregolls Academy

Tregolls Academy

Cornwall, TR1 1LHPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Inadequateby Ofsted

66%

Capacity

238

Pupils

1.6x

Demand

About Tregolls Academy

Tregolls Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Tregolls Academy "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Luke Rees, it falls under Cornwall local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12194th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 174th out of 208 in Cornwall.

Tregolls Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 21 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.

Tregolls Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (50 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Tregolls Academy include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Rounders, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Coding.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Tregolls 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressChellew Road, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 1LH
HeadteacherLuke Rees
Local AuthorityCornwall
Number of Pupils238
Free School Meals (FSM)40.8%
School Capacity238 / 360 (66% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

7 Nov 2023
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Inadequate

Declined
Quality of Education
Inadequate
Behaviour & Attitudes
Inadequate
Personal Development
Requires improvement
Leadership & Management
Inadequate

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Requires improvement

Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)

12194th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 89%

1260th of 1,469

In South West

Top 86%

174th of 208

In Cornwall

Top 84%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

42%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 102
Expected:67%
Higher:12%
Writing
Expected:56%
Higher:2%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:70%
Higher:14%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +11%

'22/23

31%

'23/24

42%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

50 responses

Would Recommend This School

88%Good
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
Bullying dealt with
42%
SEND support
58%
Concerns dealt with
66%
Strengths95%+ agree
Happy at school

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

SEN Unit
AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalSEN UnitOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

7
ICT SuiteForest SchoolSensory RoomSports HallMusic RoomsArt StudiosPlaying Fields

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

TennisNetballRoundersAthleticsSwimming

Clubs & Activities

GardeningDramaChoirCoding

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

21

Applications

34

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.6x
0x1x2x3x5x+

21 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tregolls Academy

Tregolls Academy has been rated "Inadequate" by Ofsted. This means the school has been identified as needing significant improvement. Ofsted will monitor the school closely.

Contact Information

01872274020www.tregolls.org.uk

Chellew Road, Truro

Cornwall, TR1 1LH

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Chellew Road, Truro

Cornwall, TR1 1LH

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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