Werrington Community Primary School
110%
Capacity
66
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Werrington Community Primary School
Werrington Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cornwall community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 66 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 60 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Werrington Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jon Phillpotts, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 0% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13671st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 208th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Werrington Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 7 applications for 2 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 2 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Werrington Community Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Werrington Community Primary School 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 | Yeolmbridge, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 8TN |
| Headteacher | Jon Phillpotts |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 66 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.8% |
| School Capacity | 66 / 60 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (0%)
13671st of 13,686
Nationally
1465th of 1,469
In South West
208th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
0%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
0%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
7
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
2 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Yeolmbridge, Launceston
Cornwall, PL15 8TN
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