Trenode CofE VA Primary Academy
46%
Capacity
39
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Trenode CofE VA Primary Academy
Trenode CofE VA Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 39 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (46% of 84 places).
Ofsted has rated Trenode CofE VA Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bethany Pike, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
Trenode CofE VA Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 10 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Trenode CofE VA Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Trenode CofE VA Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Widegates, Looe, Cornwall, PL13 1QA |
| Headteacher | Bethany Pike |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 39 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.6% |
| School Capacity | 39 / 84 (46% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2022. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Widegates, Looe
Cornwall, PL13 1QA
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