Whitstone Primary School
91%
Capacity
96
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Whitstone Primary School
Whitstone 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 96 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitstone Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Mould, it falls under Cornwall local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13337th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 197th out of 208 in Cornwall.
Whitstone Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 10 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 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 Whitstone Primary School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Football, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Art Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cornwall, Whitstone 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 | Oak Lane, Holsworthy, Cornwall, EX22 6TH |
| Headteacher | Hannah Mould |
| Local Authority | Cornwall |
| Number of Pupils | 96 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 96 / 105 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13337th of 13,686
Nationally
1423rd of 1,469
In South West
197th of 208
In Cornwall
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
Expected Standard
29%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
29%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
15
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oak Lane, Holsworthy
Cornwall, EX22 6TH
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