Trenance Learning Academy
84%
Capacity
327
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Trenance Learning Academy
Trenance Learning Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 327 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 390 places).
the school is led by headteacher Matthew Williams, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
Trenance Learning Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 159 applications for 107 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 104 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Trenance Learning Academy include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Art Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Trenance Learning 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Trenance Road, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 2LU |
| Headteacher | Matthew Williams |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 327 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 327 / 390 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed107
159
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
104 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Trenance Road, Newquay
Cornwall, TR7 2LU
Journey to School
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